The Faculty and Staff Handbook is published to give current, new, and prospective staff members a convenient guide to useful information about the University and its policies, the use of various facilities and services, staff duties, and responsibilities as residents of Indiana. It is, however, only a guide. The official policies and procedures of the University will govern the subjects discussed.

This handbook supersedes any prior Faculty and Staff Handbook and does not create an express or implied contract or guarantee employment for any term.

The information contained in this handbook is subject to change as a result of action by federal and/or state governments, the trustees of Purdue University, and the administration of Purdue University. Questions concerning the contents of this handbook should be directed to the appropriate University department or official.

Detailed information on many subjects described in this handbook can be found in other University publications, including the Academic Procedure Manual, Business Procedure Manual, Facts about Purdue, Facts at Your Fingertips, General Information, Introducing Purdue, the latest Strategic Plan Annual Report, the Student and Staff Telephone Directory, University Regulations, various school/college catalogs, and a series of leaflets published by the libraries containing information on how to use their resources. Faculty and staff members receive the quarterly Perspective, a newspaper sent worldwide to alumni, staff members, and parents of undergraduate students, and Inside Purdue, a newspaper published biweekly (monthly during the summer) for faculty and staff on all campuses..

Most publications are available at Purdue Marketing Communications, South Campus Courts-D.

More information is available at www.purdue.edu. To view the Faculty and Staff Handbook, go to www.purdue.edu/faculty_staff_handbook. University policies may be found at www.purdue.edu/policies.

Nondiscrimination Policy Statement

Purdue University is committed to maintaining a community which recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect among its members; and encourages each individual to strive to reach his or her own potential. In pursuit of its goal of academic excellence, the University seeks to develop and nurture diversity. The University believes that diversity among its many members strengthens the institution, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches campus life.

Purdue University views, evaluates, and treats all persons in any University related activity or circumstance in which they may be involved, solely as individuals on the basis of their own personal abilities, qualifications, and other relevant characteristics.

Purdue University prohibits discrimination against any member of the University community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a veteran. The University will conduct its programs, services and activities consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders and in conformance with the procedures and limitations set forth in Executive Memorandum No. D-1 which provides specific contractual rights and remedies. Additionally, the University promotes the full realization of equal employment opportunity for women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans through its affirmative action program.