University-wide policies and procedures govern the University in accordance with state and federal legislation and resolutions established by the Board of Trustees.

• Policies are guiding principles that generate action.
• Procedures are the steps taken to implement the intent of a policy.
• Other Requirements are bargaining agreements, agency guidelines, etc. with which the University is obligated to comply.
• SUNY Regulations are rules adopted under the New York State Administrative Procedure Act (SAPA).