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Defibrillator (AED) Policy (new)

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Campus Closure Policy (updated)

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Emergency Management Policy (updated)

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Division of Academic Affairs

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Academic Unit and Degree Program Discontinuance Policy (updated)

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Credit for Prior Learning Policy (new)

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Faculty Salary Equity Policy (new, interim)

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Micro-Credentials and Digital Badges Administration Policy (new)

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Student Academic Accommodations for Religious Observances Policy (updated)

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Titles, Roles, Appointment, Evaluation, Reappointment and Promotion of Non-Tenure-Track Faculty in Teaching, Librarian, Clinical and Supplemental Positions Policy (updated)

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