Institutional Policies
This site provides a central reference for Smith’s institutional policies. The policies can be accessed alphabetically.
Any institutional policies written after December 21, 2015, must follow the workflow and policy template below.
Policy Workflow
Policy Template
- Download the Policy Template.
Identifying a Policy vs. Procedure
Institutional Policy |
Procedure |
---|---|
Widespread application |
Narrow application |
Changes less frequently |
Prone to changes |
Uses language such as “required,” “mandated” or “must” |
Uses language such as “should,” “could” or “may” |
Statements of “what” or “why” |
Statements of “how,” “when” or “who” |
Usually expressed in broad terms |
Often stated in detail |