Staff Grievance and Appeal Process

Policy If you are a regular part- or full-time staff member with a work-related complaint, you may follow the grievance and appeal process. This process generally begins with a discussion with your immediate supervisor, within five days of the event prompting the grievance. Contact Human […]

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Weapons on Campus

Policy You may not possess or carry a weapon on University property or at University-sponsored activities. There are exceptions for authorized uses, such as the official duties of law enforcement and military personnel. Read the Policy Related Procedures There are no […]

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Workplace Violence Prevention

Policy Report acts of intimidation, threats, aggressive or threatening behavior, physical attack or property damage to University Police and Human Resources, as applicable. Employees found to have engaged in workplace violence are subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination, and may be reported […]

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Smoke-Free

Policy All Reynolda Campus buildings are smoke-free areas. Smoking is prohibited within 50 feet of residence hall building doorways and entrances, and 25 feet from academic and administrative buildings. Read the Policy Related Procedures There are no related procedures. Related Forms […]

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Substance Abuse Prevention

Policy Faculty and staff alcohol use is prohibited on Wake Forest University property, unless it is part of an authorized University activity. Additionally, the sale, distribution, manufacture, possession, or use of illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia is prohibited. Read the Policy […]

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Whistleblower Non-Retaliation

Policy You are protected from reprisal by adverse employment action or other retaliation as a result of disclosing wrongful conduct. If you have concerns about retaliation, report them to your supervisor or other University administrator. Read the Policy Related Procedures There […]

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Consensual Relationships

Policy You may not enter into a consensual romantic or sexual relationship with a Wake Forest University undergraduate student or other individual under your direct supervision/evaluation. You must disclose pre-existing or developing relationships. Read the Policy Related Procedures There are no […]

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Nepotism

Policy Hiring of relatives within the same department is discouraged as it may cause a conflict of interest, or the appearance of bias, but may be permitted when there is no direct reporting relationship. Approval from Human Resources and the Conflict of Interest Office is […]

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Leave Without Pay

Policy You may submit a written request for leave without pay for circumstances including family and medical leave, extended educational purposes, illness, personal reasons, or parental leave. Leave without pay may be initially approved for up to three months. The period may be extended in […]

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Military Leave and Reemployment Rights

Policy The University grants leaves of absence to regular full- and part-time faculty and staff entering active service, either voluntarily or involuntarily, in the uniformed services of the United States. Additionally, reservists or National Guard members will be granted time off to participate in summer […]

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