University Policy Development and Management
The University Policy Office facilitates the policy approval process for all new and revised policies. The approval process consists of 8 steps which are summarized below. The detailed process is explained in the Wake Forest University Policy Management Policy.
University Policy Approval Process
Policy Development (Responsible Official)
1. Drafting and Development with Stakeholders
2. Required Shared Governance Reviews and Coordination
3. Submission to Policy Office
Final Review and Approval (Policy Office)
4. Notice and Comment Period (two weeks)
5. Executive Leadership Team Review (following approval by OGC and ELT Sponsor)
6. Final Approval by President (or BOT if required)
7. Policy Posting and Retention
Implementation (Responsible Official)
8. Implementation, Training and Communication