Common use of Discussion Prior to Assignment Clause in Contracts

Discussion Prior to Assignment. A Unit A Teaching or Resource Faculty member shall have an opportunity to discuss an assignment, including unofficial assignments reflected in preliminary course schedules, in advance of an official assignment except where it is impossible to do so because of leave status or illness of an Employee, unexpected staff changes, or changes necessitated by enrollment. If requested in writing by the Employee at least one week prior to the issuance of written assignments by the Chair as published in the University schedule, a personal consultation shall be held between the Employee and the Chair. A reasonable effort shall be made to provide an advance opportunity to discuss an official assignment to an Employee who is away from campus on University business.