Glossary of Terms

This glossary defines terms used commonly in the policies in this library. Individual policies may include definitions of their own specialized terms.

Applicability: Parties to whom a policy applies

Approval Authority: The power of an individual to approve contracts or other commitments.

Background: Information that provides context and/or explains why there is a need for a policy

Definitions: Explanations of terms that have particular meanings or require interpretation related to a policy

Policy: A chosen course of action -- reflecting SUNY Buffalo State requirements, standards or values -- to guide and determine present and future decisions

Policy Statement: Key statement of college’s position; statement of what SUNY Buffalo State requires, adheres to, or holds as its standards and values

Policy Template: Standardized form used for presenting policies

Procedure: Detailed statement of how a policy will be put into effect

Responsibility: Duty or obligation. In the policy template: titles of parties (entities or individuals) responsible for carrying out policy, with their duties described.