Faculty Affairs
Academic Policy Manual (APM)
Academic Senate Policy Tracking
Below is a summary of the policies covered in each section:
Section 100: Organization and Governance
Mission statement; statement on academic freedom; advisory boards; ancillary units.
Section 200: Academic and Curricular Affairs
Undergraduate and graduate education and curriculum; academic standards; grading; distance learning; international education.
Section 300: Personnel
Appointment; faculty evaluation; faculty responsibilities and workload; professional development and leaves; nondiscrimination policies; other personnel-related topics.
Section 400: Student Affairs
Student rights; discipline; miscellaneous policies relating to students.
Section 500: Research and Instructional Support
Grants and contracts; human and animal subjects; handling of controlled substances; intellectual property.
Section 600: Miscellaneous Policies
University income; gifts and endowments; communication; facilities and grounds; complaint procedures.
Section 700: System-Wide Policies and Collective Bargaining
The California Faculty Association (CFA) Unit 3 Collective Bargaining Agreement on the California State University website at this link.
MAPP: Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures
A comprehensive reference of the most current policies issued by the university. Policy at this university is established by the President in consultation with faculty, managers, and students depending on the nature of the policy. The MAPP is updated as policies or policy revisions are issued and is subject to change at any time.