ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Policy Library
ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï's Policy Library was created to allow the University community easy access to University policies, procedures, guidelines and forms. Policies contained in this library are developed and approved through the process established by . Please be aware this site does not contain all University policy information. Individual departments throughout the University may also have internal policies specific to their office. Use the navigation menu on the left of this page to access University policies.
Policy History
In 1995, President Gordon H. Lamb established the Administrative Memorandum Series (AMS) as a means of documenting University policy, procedures and guidelines. In 2011, Northeastern adopted the Formulation and Issuance of University Policy that established a template to standardize University policy. Since then, each document in the AMS has been or will be reviewed and revised for consistency and cohesion to ensure that it is current and accurate. Please visit the Administrative Memorandum Series web page through the menu on the left to access those AMS documents which still serve as official University policy.
Policies for Review
As part of the policy development process, the University will post final draft policies to this web page for comments from the University community. Please send an email with any questions or comments regarding University policy to policy@neiu.edu.
Interim policy I1.02.7 Electronic Data Erasure completed its 3 rounds of internal review on November 18, 2024 and is posted below for comment from the University community through close of business on Monday, February 17, 2025. Feedback received during this period will be presented to the policy owner for response.
Most Recent New Policies Posted
August 1, 2024 -
G1.8A Sex Discrimination and Sex-Based Harassment and G1.9 Pregnancy Modifications have been implemented to comply with changes to federal Title IX regulations.
June 28, 2024 -
A new policy has been posted to the policy library. E3.1 Official Transcripts and Diplomas for Students with Account Balances may be found within its respective category in the menu on the left.
June 20, 2024 -
An interim policy has been enacted effective June 20, 2024. I1.99.2 Vendor Management may be found within its respective category in the menu on the left.
Most Recently Revised Policies Posted
July 31, 2024 -
I1.02.1 Password Management (formerly Strong Password) has been revised and is posted in the policy library to the right in its respective category.
January 4, 2024 -
Administrative Memorandum Series No. 33 is inactivated as obsolete. The Administrative Memoranda Series are the original University policy documents dating to the mid-1990s.
December 12, 2023 -
F1.03.2 Non-Travel Business Meal and Refreshment Expenses Reimbursement policy has been updated to reflect recent changes in the Board of Trustees Regulations regarding spending approval limits, and to reflect changes related to reimbursement processes now being done through Workday.
Policy Categories
To facilitate tracking and maintenance, each University policy is coded upon final approval to fall into the following categories that correspond with the menu on the left. Please use the menu on the left to access University policies. If you are unable to find the policy you are looking for, please send an email to policy@neiu.edu.
A1 Advancement
Policies related to alumni relations, development, public relations, and publications.
A2 ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï
Policies related to academic curriculum, faculty, library, research, and general academic functions.
E1 Employment/Hiring
Policies related to employee benefits, compensation, ethics, grievances, student employment, records, job postings, and civil service employment.
E2 Environment, Health, Safety, and Security
Policies related to University safety and emergency protocol.
E3 Enrollment Management
Policies related to registration, financial aid, recruitment, and admissions.
E4 Event Planning and Space Management
Policies related to University events and non-academic space management.
F1 Finance
Policies related to accounting, budget, disbursements, grant administration, payroll, purchasing, sponsored programs, and travel.
F2 Facilities Management
Policies related to facilities management.
G1 Governance
Policies related to business ethics, and risk management.
G2 General Administrative
Policies related to all other general administrative functions.
I1 Information Technology
Policies related to acceptable use, data security, electronic communications, NEIUport, world wide web, voice communications, and technical training.
S1 Student Affairs
Policies related to student activities, student services, campus life, and the student union.
S2 Student Financial Aid
Policies related to student financial aid.
About ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï
Founded in 1867, ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï has a rich tradition of educational innovation and prides itself on preparing teachers and administrators who make a difference in Chicago. That tradition continues to this day and has expanded to include an array of academic disciplines, allowing the University to embrace fully the community in which it resides. Northeastern is regarded as the most diverse public comprehensive university in the Midwest and is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Diversity is an important factor in the character of Northeastern and in the social fabric of its student body. The University has an enrollment of more than 5,000 students; African American, Hispanic, Asian and Native American students represent roughly 67 percent of the student body.
With the Main Campus located on 67 acres in an attractive residential area on the Northwest Side of Chicago, the University offers more than 40 undergraduate degree and certificate programs and more than 50 graduate degree, certificate, licensure and endorsement programs. The University has additional locations in the metropolitan area:
Northeastern at a Glance
Together with Northeastern Illinois University President Katrina E. Bell-Jordan, the executive team oversees the implementation of the University's Strategic Plan by providing leadership in specific operational areas. Organized to promote the University's mission, individually and collectively they support student learning, teaching and research, optimize and secure financial resources, and engage the broader community.
Katrina E. Bell-Jordan, Ph.D., President
R. Shayne Cofer, Ph.D., Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Terry C. Mena, Ph.D., Vice President and Dean of Students for Student Affairs
Beni Ortiz, Interim Vice President for Finance and Administration
Liesl Downey, Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Suleyma Perez, Ph.D., Senior Executive Director for Government Relations
Christopher Childers, Executive Director of Marketing and Communications
Claudia Mercado, Ph.D., Interim Vice President for Enrollment Management
