Institutional Governance & Integrity
University Policies and Handbooks
Official institutional policies, academic standards, student codes of conduct, and administrative guidelines governing the University of Bridgeport community.
Institutional Policy Archive
Official University Policies by Category
Search all active institutional policies adopted by University of Bridgeport leadership, updated regularly to ensure statutory compliance and academic excellence.
Policy Development & Review
University policies undergo regular review by designated responsible offices, the Faculty Senate, and the President’s Cabinet. To propose a new policy or submit revisions, download the official Policy Template document and submit it through the Office of the Provost.
Download policy templateAcademic Governance and Student Standards
Standards governing classroom instruction, student evaluation, experiential credit, and academic honesty.
Core Academic Policies
- Academic Honors: Standards for Dean’s List, President’s List, and graduation honors (Registrar)
- Academic Integrity: Definitions and procedures regarding plagiarism and cheating (Provost)
- Academic Minor: Requirements for declaring and completing minor courses of study (Academic Affairs)
- Experiential Credit: Evaluation of prior learning and military experience (Academic Affairs)
- Accelerated Master’s Programs: Dual-degree undergraduate to graduate progression (Registrar)
Enrollment & Evaluation
- Attendance Policy: Classroom attendance requirements and census verification (Registrar)
- Concurrent Enrollment: Guidelines for enrollment across multiple programs (Academic Affairs)
- Catalog Year Rights: Governing curriculum obligations and completion guarantees (IE)
- Course Overload: Credit hour maximums and GPA prerequisites for petition (Registrar)
Responsible Administrative Units
Campus Community and Student Well-Being
Guidelines fostering a safe, respectful, and supportive residential campus community.
Conduct & Support Policies
- Student Code of Conduct: Rights, community expectations, and judicial processes (Dean of Students)
- Counseling Services: Confidential mental health care standards and crisis response (Student Affairs)
- Accessibility Grievance for Students: Reasonable accommodations and ADA appeals (Civil Rights)
- Missing Student Notification: 24-hour residential investigation protocol (Campus Safety)
Campus Living & Health
- Housing & Residence Life Agreement: Room selection, check-in, and living regulations
- Immunization Requirements: Mandatory state health records and vaccine compliance
- Student Organizations: Recognition criteria, budget allocation, and advisor guidelines
- Alcohol and Drug Policy: Prevention, education, and disciplinary sanctions
Responsible Offices
Security, Facilities, and Emergency Preparedness
Protocols ensuring physical safety, facility integrity, and immediate response during emergencies.
Emergency & Security Protocols
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Program: Equipment placement and trained responder protocols (Campus Security)
- Clery Act Compliance: Annual security reports, crime statistics, and timely warnings (Campus Security)
- Weapons Prohibition: Strict ban on firearms, weapons, and dangerous materials across all university property
- Severe Weather & Emergency Closure: Operating status announcements and essential personnel guidelines
Facility Standards
- Campus Key & Card Access: ID card privileges and electronic door access schedules
- Parking and Traffic Regulations: Vehicle registration, visitor permits, and enforcement
- Tobacco-Free Campus Policy: Smoke and vape-free grounds standards
- Facilities Use & Space Reservation: External group rentals and event safety standards
Campus Safety Offices
Workforce Governance and Workplace Rights
Policies governing faculty and staff recruitment, employee rights, compensation, and institutional ethics.
Employment Rights
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Non-discrimination and affirmative action standards (HR)
- Accessibility Grievance for Employees: Workplace accommodation review procedures (Civil Rights)
- Adjunct Instructor Assignments: Workload standards and secondary employment rules (HR)
- Whistleblower Protection: Confidential reporting of financial or regulatory non-compliance
Workplace Standards
- Employee Conflict of Interest: Disclosure obligations for outside business activities
- Family and Medical Leave (FMLA): Statutory leave entitlements and job protection rules
- Lactation Accommodation: Designated private facilities and reasonable break allowances
- Workplace Violence Prevention: Zero tolerance reporting and immediate intervention
Administrative Units
Information Security, FERPA, and Digital Systems
Safeguarding confidential institutional data, student educational records, and network infrastructure.
IT Governance
- Computer Network Acceptable Use: Authorized usage standards for university networks and hardware (ACTS)
- FERPA & Student Privacy: Rights of inspection, consent requirements, and directory info (Registrar)
- Information Security Program: Data encryption, password requirements, and breach response
- Identity Theft Prevention: Red Flags Rule compliance and identity verification standards
Data Management
- Electronic Communications: Official university email as formal notification medium
- Cloud & Vendor Data Storage: Third-party software review and vendor risk assessment
- Data Classification & Retention: Archival schedules for financial and academic records
Technology Oversight
Civil Rights Compliance, Title IX & Whistleblower Protections
University of Bridgeport is committed to maintaining an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, UB does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender identity, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or veteran status in its admissions, programs, or employment.
The university maintains a confidential Whistleblower Reporting system to investigate allegations of financial misconduct, fraud, or abuse. Individuals reporting concerns in good faith are protected from retaliation under university policy and Connecticut law.
Policy Questions or
Assistance?
For inquiries regarding academic policies, contact the Office of the Provost at provost@bridgeport.edu. For employment, benefits, and workplace policies, contact Human Resources at hr@bridgeport.edu. For Title IX or civil rights concerns, contact our Title IX Coordinator at titleix@bridgeport.edu.
