General Leaves. An ASF Member may request a leave of absence for valid reasons, including but not limited to the medical necessity of the ASF Member that is not covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), for an initial period not to exceed two (2) years. A request for leave shall be made as early as practicable and shall include a statement as to the purpose for which the leave is requested, including its value to the ASF Member and the university. The President shall consider the effect of such a leave upon the university, and a request shall not be arbitrarily denied. A general leave of absence beyond two (2) years may be granted at the discretion of the President. However, the ASF Member shall cease to accrue seniority beyond the second year.
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Samples: Master Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Master Agreement
General Leaves. An ASF Member may request a leave of absence for valid reasons, including but not limited to the medical necessity of the ASF Member that is not covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), for an initial period not to exceed two (2) years. A request for leave shall be made as early as practicable and shall include a statement as to the purpose for which the leave is requested, including its value to the ASF Member and the university. The President shall consider the effect of such a leave upon the university, and a request shall not be arbitrarily denied. A general leave of absence beyond two (2) years may be granted at the discretion of the President. However, the ASF Member shall cease to accrue seniority beyond the second year.
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Samples: Master Agreement, Master Agreement, Master Agreement
