1.08 Line of Administrative Authority
Purpose
To establish the line of administrative authority in order to administer university operations in the event of an emergency.
Policy Statement
In the absence or lack of availability of the President, emergency management authority shall be delegated to the next available individual in the line of administrative authority. Emergency management priorities are minimizing injuries to personnel and students, minimizing damage to university property and returning to normal operations as soon as possible.
Procedure
Line of Administrative Authority:
- Executive Vice President and Provost
- Senior Vice President for Finance and Operations
- Vice President for Student Life
- Vice President and Chief Information Officer
- Associate Provost for Academic Affairs
- Associate Provost for Faculty
- Assistant Vice President Facilities Management
Effective date 9/10/2026
Last reviewed and/or updated 9/2026, 12/2018