Common use of University Rules and Policies Clause in Contracts

University Rules and Policies. ‌ If there is an inconsistency between an existing University rule or policy and an express provision of this Agreement, the language in this Agreement will control. No new or amended Board or University rule, policy, or resolution will apply to Faculty to the extent that it conflicts with an express term of this Agreement. The University will provide to the UFF an advance copy of any proposed rule or policy changing a term or condition of employment contained in this Agreement. The University will provide the advance copy of a proposed rule no later than the date of publication under the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (or equivalent). The advance copy of a policy will be provided to the UFF at least thirty (30) Days in advance of its effective date so as to permit the UFF to seek consultation with respect to it. With respect to a rule adopted pursuant to the emergency provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (or equivalent), an advance copy will be provided as far in advance of its effective date as is feasible under the circumstances. If the University of West Florida Board of Trustees or a committee of the University of West Florida Board of Trustees has scheduled public hearings on any action that would conflict with an express term of this Agreement, the UFF will be provided the opportunity to address the matter upon request.