Work files should be stored in places with appropriate controls that provide for business continuity. When faculty and staff members store work files in areas not managed by their departments, there is a significant risk of the disruption of operations if the files become inaccessible because the employee is unavailable due to leave or ceases to be employed at the university. UIS does not have a quick, efficient, or guaranteed way to retrieve files stored in non-managed areas and services, and...
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It is important for the Financial Aid Office to know about any outside resources and/or scholarships you are receiving.
Various editions of a Ƶ Faculty and Governance Handbook have appeared since the early 1940s. The University Faculty and Governance Handbook is intended as a guide for all Ƶ employees to the current faculty and governance practices and procedures of the university. The University Faculty and Governance Handbook is accessible to all employees and students through the university's web site.
The purpose of this policy is to establish a standard for creation of strong passwords, the protection of those passwords, and the frequency of change. Passwords are an important aspect of computer security. A poorly chosen password may result in the compromise of Ƶ's entire university network.
Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019
This policy establishes a process and guidance for the development, review, approval, and maintenance of University policies and procedures. By implementing this process, the University seeks to enhance operational efficiencies and compliance with applicable laws throughout University operations and activities. Policymaking may be used as a tool for providing guidance and establishing requirements for the areas of the University community covered by the policy or procedure. Policy template...
Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017
Faculty, staff and students are expected to comply with campus parking rules and regulations. Parking permits and a copy of current parking regulations may be obtained from the Office of Campus Public Safety. Parking Assessment Memo
Friday, Jun. 1, 2018
In accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Ƶ patients may complain about how Ƶ uses and discloses their Protected Health Information (PHI). All patient complaints will be submitted to the HIPAA Privacy Officer for investigation and resolution. (See the policy document for procedures on submitting a complaint.) Ƶ has established a comprehensive HIPAA privacy and security program to prevent...
Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017
The purpose of this policy is to ensure credit balances are appropriately returned to the payer, patient, or properly accounted for by each clinic. Updated January 2026.
Friday, Sep. 6, 2024
The purpose of this policy is to establish and inform the process of patient debt collection under the mission of Ƶ healthcare clinics. Ƶ is committed to providing healthcare and /or medical devices within our community in a fiscally responsible manner. Pacific offers financial assistance to patients who are not able to meet their payment obligations. Reasonable efforts to bill and collect payment ensures debts owed by guarantors for healthcare services and/or...
Thursday, Apr. 23, 2026
Human Resources maintains the official personnel files for all current and past employees to document benefits and employment related decisions and comply with federal and state recordkeeping requirements. Supervisors are discouraged from keeping informal files on employees. But supervisors may temporarily maintain records concerning ongoing employee performance. These records will be considered personnel records if they fall within the definition of “personnel records” as defined by ORS 652.750...
Friday, Jun. 1, 2018
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for use of printing credits for the Pharos stations located on Ƶ’s campuses. This policy applies to all Ƶ students and employees. University Information Services (UIS) deploys and maintains printing and copy stations to numerous locations at Ƶ campus locations where there are high concentrations of students. This system is primarily for student use. Employees should utilize printing resources...
Friday, Apr. 19, 2019
Ƶ supports the principles of Academic Freedom and encourages free and open discussion of ideas and opinions. As part of its dedication to active citizenship, the university encourages students, faculty, and staff to exercise their civic rights to participate as individuals in the political process.
Friday, Jun. 1, 2018
The Posthumous Degree Policy articulates the criteria by which a posthumous degree can be awarded. A PUNet ID is required to review this policy.
Tuesday, Jul. 10, 2018
Ƶ of Oregon is committed to creating and maintaining a community where all individuals enjoy freedom from discrimination, including discrimination or harassment, or retaliation on the basis of sex, as mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Harassment or discrimination based on pregnancy, marital status, or parental status is prohibited and illegal in the University’s education programs and activities, including, but not limited to, admissions, hiring, leave...
Tuesday, Jul. 30, 2024
Please fill out and return this form to Financial Aid to give us permission to speak with others about your financial aid.
This policy establishes the required guidelines for the use of HIPAA/FERPA protected healthcare conferencing and video services (e.g. Healthcare Zoom) by workforce members to discuss Protected Data. Permitted uses are: case conferences, preceptor consultations, HIPAA/FERPA protected conferencing and video services, student performance measures, care coordination, student advising sessions, and administrative meetings. PUNID required to review policy. Updated August 2025.
Tuesday, Mar. 12, 2019
Ƶ is “committed to free and open inquiry in matters concerning the advancement of knowledge. In order to carry out our mission, we encourage all community members to speak, write, listen, challenge, and learn through a full, open, and civil discussion of ideas.” In support of free and open inquiry, the Ƶ Libraries acquire and provide access to information resources to support Pacific’s diverse range of academic programs and areas of inquiry, and to encourage...
Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022
This policy describes and defines the retention and destruction of Protected Health Information (PHI) of patients of the healthcare component of Ƶ. The entire record must be maintained for the required period. This policy is in accordance with all regulations related to the retention and storage of PHI, including but not limited to the follow healthcare regulations: HIPAA, HITECH, Oregon Administrative Rules, Oregon Revised Statutes and Oregon Medical Board. In cases where...
Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021
Guidance to hiring managers and employees for relocation benefits in connection with employment at Ƶ. Please reach out to Human Resources for questions related to this policy.
Wednesday, Sep. 8, 2021