The purpose of this policy is to provide basic guidance to faculty at the University around the formal grievance procedures and arbitration at Adelphi University.

Policy Statement

This policy details the formal grievance procedures and arbitration for University faculty. Grievances may be filed by a faculty member or by the Union on his/her behalf or by the Union on its behalf. Depending upon the subject of the grievance, the grievance is filed with the appropriate Dean or with the Provost.

Reason for Policy

The purpose of this policy is to provide basic guidance to faculty at the University around the formal grievance procedures and arbitration at Adelphi University.

Who Is Governed by this Policy

Faculty

Policy

Refer to Article V, “Grievance Procedures and Arbitration” (page 5), in the Collective Bargaining Agreement by and between the Board of Trustees of Adelphi University and the Adelphi University Chapter, American Association of University Professors.

Definitions

A Grievance is an allegation by a faculty member, or the Union, that there has been a misinterpretation, breach, or improper application of any provision of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Forms

This policy does not have forms associated with it at this time. Upon periodic policy review this area will be evaluated to determine if additional information is needed to supplement the policy.

Related Information

Collective Bargaining Agreement by and between the Board of Trustees of Adelphi University and the Adelphi University Chapter, American Association of University Professors September 1, 2016 – August 31, 2021

Document History

  • Last Reviewed Date: February 09, 2023
  • Last Revised Date: November 10, 2020
  • Policy Origination Date: Not known

Who Approved This Policy

This policy is the result of collective bargaining negotiations and is approved by the University and the Union.

Policy Owner

Secondary Contacts

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