Staff, students and faculty who may wish to supplement office equipment with the use of small appliances are responsible for the purchase, maintenance, and safety of such appliances in their spaces. The use of air purifiers for space in Pacific University campuses and their efficiency depends on the size of the area they are trying to condition and the power available in the room/building. The University will not purchase air purifiers nor will the University Facilities department maintain the...

Committed to the highest standards of moral and ethical behavior, employees are expected to report known or suspected fraudulent or dishonest conduct. Employees reporting known or suspected fraudulent or dishonest conduct in good faith must feel safe and protected from retaliation. Employees found to have been making frivolous claims under this policy will be subject to disciplinary action. The purpose of this policy statement is to provide a formal protocol for communication among relevant...

Pacific University offers a credit card to eligible employees for university business-related expenses. Participation in the credit card program is considered a privilege and convenience that carries responsibilities. Inappropriate use of the card may result in the loss of the privilege. Although the credit card is issued in the name of the employee, it is university property and should be used with good judgment.

Pacific University’s energy management policy is designed to establish an understanding and support for sustainability and energy conservation in our local community and the world around us. Pacific University will regularly review energy consumption and implement methods to improve overall energy management and lower energy consumption. The Energy Management Team will recommend targets to university leadership. PUNetID required to view policy document.

This policy describes the tuition assistance available to benefit eligible employees for graduate/professional programs at Pacific University. For selected Pacific programs of study that are not already covered by the University employee tuition remission policy, and that are designed for working professionals, such as those with hybrid or distance- based curricula and/or a part time schedule, benefit eligible employees may receive tuition assistance not to exceed the value set annually by the...

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that necessary records and documents are adequately protected and maintained and to ensure that records that are no longer needed or of no value are discarded at the appropriate time.

This policy is intended to clarify the University’s expectations and requirements regarding purchasing gifts, gift cards, awards, and prizes utilizing university and student funds. In addition, this policy outlines when gifts, gift cards, awards, and prizes may be appropriate, the proper procedure for submitting recipient information, the corresponding tax treatment, and to help prevent any potential fraud or misuse of university resources. This policy applies to all Pacific University employees...

Pacific University Healthcare Clinic workforce members are committed to quality, honesty and integrity in our handling of billing and coding activities within the healthcare clinics. We are committed to operate within the laws, rules, regulations, and policies set by the federal and state governments, insurance programs and Medicare/Medicaid carriers, fiscal intermediaries, and others. There will be both internal and external (i.e. by a contracted independent consultant, or other professional...

Pacific University Healthcare Clinic workforce members are committed to quality, honesty and integrity in our handling of billing and coding activities within the healthcare clinics. We are committed to operate within the laws, rules, regulations, and policies set by the federal and state governments, insurance programs and Medicare/Medicaid carriers, fiscal intermediaries, and others. Each clinic will be responsible to inform patients and workforce members of their rights with regard to the...

Pacific University Healthcare Clinic workforce members are committed to quality, honesty and integrity in our handling of billing and coding activities within the healthcare clinics. We are committed to operate within the laws, rules, regulations, and policies set by the federal and state governments, insurance programs and Medicare/Medicaid carriers, fiscal intermediaries, and others. The University requires full compliance with all relevant health care billing and coding regulations. All...

Pacific University Healthcare Clinic workforce members are committed to quality, honesty and integrity in our handling of billing and coding activities within the healthcare clinics. We are committed to operate within the laws, rules, regulations, and policies set by the federal and state governments, insurance programs and Medicare/Medicaid carriers, fiscal intermediaries, and others. All clinical billing and coding will be done in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws and...

Identification (ID) cards (Boxer Cards) are issued to Pacific University employees. An ID card may be required for admission to or participation in University programs. The University ID card also serves as a library card. ID cards are issued by Campus Public Safety.

Pacific University developed this Identity Theft Prevention Policy pursuant to the Federal Trade Commission’s Red Flags Rule, which implements Section 114 of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction (FACT) Act of 2003. The purpose is to establish an Identity Theft Prevention Policy designed to detect, prevent and mitigate identity theft in connection with the opening of a covered account or an existing covered account and to provide for continued administration of the policy. This protection...

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

Based on the facts that Styrofoam (or expanded polystyrene) is petroleum based, (which is a nonrenewable resource and a significant emitter of greenhouse gases), non-biodegradable, a top contributor to hazardous waste, and releases toxic chemicals styrene and benzene when exposed to hot, acidic, alcoholic, or oily substances, this policy bans the further purchase of Styrofoam for Pacific University affiliated programs. Styrofoam foam food service containers shall not be sold, used, provided, or...

All thefts or damage to University property and all other thefts, which come to the attention of the University employees, are to be reported promptly to Campus Public Safety. A form for such reports is available in the Office of Campus Public Safety.

In recognition of the important work that Pacific University employees conduct at conferences, presentations, site visits, development trips, and more, the University Travel Policy provides a way to ensure cost effectiveness and accountability while upholding Pacific University’s mission. This policy has been created to govern spending on travel and expenses related directly to business travel for Pacific University, in compliance with IRS regulations. The University will reimburse individuals...