Records Retention Schedule

#Record Schedule IDRetention Group codeRecord Series TitleRecord Series DescriptionTotal RetentionDisposition
11ACC1000Accounts PayableAmounts owned on open account for goods or services received.4Destroy
22ACC1000Accounts Payable InvoicesBills for goods or services received4Destroy
33ACC1000Accounts Payable LedgersListing of detailed accounts, often in the form of a book with pages devoted to each supplier, that shows how much is owed to each supplier. 4Destroy
44ACC1000Accounts Payable VouchersA document recording a liability or allowing for the payment of a liability, or debt. 4Destroy
55ACC1000Accounts ReceivableAmounts due from others on open accounts as a result of providing goods or services.4Destroy
66ACC1000Annuity RecordsStatement of payroll deduction for employees' annuity plans.4Destroy
77ACC3000Balance SheetsA report of institutional assets, liabilities, and equities. A periodic report, not the year-end report.4Destroy
88ACC3000Budget Printout-PeriodicPeriodic reports of expenditures, usually by department or account4Destroy
99ACC1000Canceled Registration FilesRecord of canceled registrations, including amount owned, reason, etc.4Destroy
1010ACC1000Cash BooksA record of institution's cash transactions showing a running balance.4Destroy
1111ACC1000Cash Disbursement JournalsA special journal used exclusively to record disbursements of cash.4Destroy
1212ACC1000Cash JournalJournal of cash received.4Destroy
1313ACC1000Cash Register Tapes
4Destroy
1414ACC1000Cash ReceiptsReceipts for cash sales or cash received.4Destroy
1515ACC3000Chart of AccountsA list of the accounts used by an organization with each account usually assigned a number or code.4Destroy
1616ACC1000Computer Center Time Billing RecordsReports and other records from campus computer centers detailing charges for computer services. Includes monthly billing reports, copies of vouchers and bills.4Destroy
1717ACC2000Data Processing Procurement FilesRecords used in the procurement of system hardware and software including request for proposals, quotations and bids benchmark/acceptance testing information, correspondence, duplicate copies of contracts, purchase orders, technical reviews, and vendor information including references and literature on the firm or product line.Active + 6Destroy
1818ACC2000Data Processing Product/Vendor and Contracts ReferInformation on data processing equipment, software, and other products and their vendors.Active + 6Destroy
1919ACC1000Dorm Contract Release FilesIncludes application, correspondence, and record of decision reached concerning request to break contracts for room and board4Destroy
2020ACC1000Financial Aid Award DisbursementStatement by individuals of award amounts disbursed. Contains name, type, and amount of award.4Destroy
2121ACC1000Financial Aid Canceled Check RecordsCanceled checks, check stubs, and check journals showing payments for financial aid made to students.4Destroy
2222ACC1010General LedgersA book containing a summary or detail of all transactions affecting the accounts of an institution.6Archives: Review for historical value.
2323ACC2000Inventory Control Record
Active + 6Destroy
2424ACC1000InvoicesBills for goods shipped or services rendered. Usually matched ot purchase orders and delivery slips and attached to voucher for payment.4Destroy
2525ACC3000Journal EntriesThe means of entering details of a transaction into the accounting system. Journal entries are made in a journal and later posted to a ledger. Entry also includes a brief explanation.4Destroy
2626ACC1010JournalsThe record in which financial transactions are first recorded before being posted as a debt or credit to an account in a ledger. A chronological documentation of transactions6Destroy
2727ACC1000Parking Tickets - Paid
4Destroy
2828ACC1000Payroll Change Report - Classified StaffBi-weekly listings of payroll adjustments processed through Personnel Services concerning full-time or part-time employee status, i.e., new employee, promotion, reclassification, leave of absence, lateral transfers, and removals. Report-arranged by pay period.4Destroy
2929ACC1000Petty Cash Records
4Destroy
3030ACC1000Purchase Requisitions, Orders, and Billing RecordsRecords created to initiate the purchasing process, authorize and provide funds for, or satisfy claims and expedite payments for private service providers including copies of purchase orders, involve requests, receipts, agency vouchers, service reports, and other supporting documents.4Destroy
3131ACC1000Receipts
4Destroy
3232ACC1000Records of Chargebacks to Computer Services UsersElectronic and manual records uded to document, calculate costs and bill program units for computer usage and data processing services.4Destroy
3333ACC1000Registers
4Destroy
3434ACC1000RequisitionsForms used to order goods and services4Destroy
3535ACC1000Royalty Payments
4Destroy
3636ACC1000Sales Receipts
4Destroy
3737ACC1000Student Dorm ContractsActual agreement between students and residence halls governing room and board and fee payment agreements. Includes meal plan authorizations.4Destroy
3838ACC1000Student Account FilesFiles on individual students' paid and unpaid accounts, including loan applications, correspondence, account activity record, etc.4Destroy
3939ACC1000Student Aid Accounting Billing LettersConcerns students who withdrew or reduced credit hours and were billed for the return of surplus aid money.4Destroy
4040ACC1000Student Insurance RecordsRecord of students enrolled in university or college health program.4Destroy
4141ACC1000Subsidiary LedgersA book of accounts of an institution.4Destroy
4242ACC1000Super Bill FilesRecord given to each person who visits university health services. Records diagnosis, treatment, and charges or lack of charges. Used for insurance claims.4Destroy
4343ACC1000Telephone Expense RecordsPeriodic reports of long distance and local phone charges.4Destroy
4444ACC1000Travel ExpensesRecord of expenses incurred on official travel. Used to receive reimbursement.4Destroy
4545ACC1000Tuition Remission ApplicationRecord of tuition waivers for employees and dependents.4Destroy
4646ACC1000Unemployment Insurance Payments
4Destroy
4747ACC1000Union Dues Membership List - Classified StaffCopy of biweekly listing of university or college employees paying dues to unions, including pertinent personal data, classification and department.4Destroy
4848ACC1000Vending Commission Income RecordsRecord of money received as commission on vending contracts.4Destroy
4949ACC1000Voucher RegisterA journal in which accounts payable and their payments are recorded.4Destroy
5050ACC1000VouchersA record of cash disbursement used to establish control over expenditures and ensuring appropriate approval for each transaction.4Destroy
5151ACC1000Workers Compensation Payments
4Destroy
5252ADM9900Academic/Non-Academic Personnel: Inventory - ContrAnnual printout required by the Ohio Board of Regents documenting full-time equivalent staffing levels. The summary of the inventory is sent to the Ohio Board of Regents.1Archives: Review for historical value.
5353ADM3020Accreditation FilesUniversity, college or department files documenting accreditation review by accrediting agencies.10Archives: Review for continuing administrative or
5454ADM9900Audit Trail FilesData generated during the creation of a master file or database used to validate a master file or database during a processing cycle.3 Database/Master File Backup cyclesDestroy
5555ADM9900Automated Program Listing/Source CodeAutomated program code, which generates the machine-language instructions used to operate an automated information system.3 system update cycles after code is superseded orDestroy
5656ADM9900Automated Tape Library System FilesAutomated records used to control the location, maintenance, and disposition or magnetic media in a tape library.ActiveDestroy
5757ADM9900Bicycle Registration FormsRecords decal number and isssued to bicycle registered.1Destroy
5858ADM2030Blueprints
Active + 6 Archives: Review for continuing historical value.
5959ADM3010Book Buy-Back RecordsRecords of purchases of used books bought from students.4Destroy
6060ADM3010Bookstore Cash Drawer Sign-Out SheetsRecord of cash drawers signed out to cashiers a the beginning of each shift.4Destroy
6161ADM2030Construction Projects - Construction Designs and SWritten requirements and standards for materials, equipment, construction systems and workmanship as applied to the work and certain administrative details applicable thereto.Active + 6 Archives
6262ADM3010Bookstore Cashier Balancing FormUsed for daily balancing of each cash drawer.4Destroy
6363ADM3010Bookstore Charge FormsForms used in completing MasterCard or Visa transactions. Information posted to daily cash register tapes and summarized on monthly statements.4Destroy
6464ADM3010Bookstore Mark-Up/Mark-Down SheetsMonthly record of price changes of goods already in stock at the bookstory. Used in annual inventory.4Destroy
6565ADM3010Bookstore Merchandise Return RecordRecord of returns by bookstore to vendors in order to receive credit.4Destroy
6666ADM3010Bookstore Special OrdersDocumentation of special orders made for individuals by the bookstore. Does not document a financial transaction4Destroy
6767ADM9900Computer Run Scheduling RecordsRecords used to schedule computer runs including daily schedules, run reports, run requests, and other records documenting the successful completion of a run.Active Destroy
6868ADM9900Computer Usage FilesElectronic files or automated logs created to monitor computer system usage including but not limited to login files, system usage files, data entry logs, and records of individual computer program usage.3 System Backup CyclesDestroy
6969ADM2030Construction Projects - Construction DocumentsCollectively, the Drawings, Specifications, Addenda, Notice to Bidders, Instructions to Bidders, Definitions, Bid Form, Contract and Attachments, Bond, Bulletins, Shop Drawings, Change Orders, Change Order Procedure and Pricing Guidelines and Standard Conditions of the Contract Assignements, if any (General and Special).Active + 6Archives
7070ADM2030Construction Projects - Design DevelopmentDesign of project is fully described with regard to the basic building systems and materials as well as all specialty systems needed to support the program.Active + 6Archives
7171ADM2030Construction Projects - Design Review CommitteeMinutes, agendas, correspondence and general information. Committee responsible to review site and elevation plans to ensure compatibility with surrounding projects and Master Plan.Active + 6Archives
7272ADM2030Construction Projects - Project Request/Program StA request from the University community to initiate a project.Active + 6Archives
7373ADM2030Construction Projects - Schematic DesignAnalysis of site impact and volumetric formation, circulation patterns and infrastructure servicing to illustrate client and architect's design vision in a definitive way.Active + 6Archives
7474ADM9910Data Documentation/Data Dictionary RecordsRecords generally created during development or modification and necessary to access, retrieve, manipulate and interpret data in an automated system including data element dictionary, file layout, code book or table, and other records that explain the meaning, purpose, structure, logical relationships and origin of the data elements.3Destroy if system is dicontinued or data is migrat
7575ADM9900Data Processing Disaster: Preparedness and RecoverRecords related to the protection and reestablishment of data processing services, equipment and data (back-up files) in case of a disaster.SUPDestroy when revised.
7676ADM9900Data Processing Hardware DocumentationRecords documenting the use, operation, amd maintenance of the university's data processing equipment including operating manuals, hardware/operating system requirements, hardware configurations, and equipment control systems.ActiveDestroy when no longer used and all data is migrat
7777ADM9910Data Processing Operating ProceduresRecords of procedures for data entry, the operation of computer equipment, production control, tape library, system backup, and other aspects of a data processing operation.ActiveArchives: Review for historical value.
7878ADM3000Data Processing PoliciesRecords of data processing policies including those covering access and security, systems development, data retention and disposition, and data ownership.Active + 10Archives: Review for historical value.
7979ADM9910Data Systems SpecificationsRecords necessary for using the system including user guides, system or sub-system definition, system flowcharts, program descriptions and documentation, job control or work flow records, system specifications, and input and output specifications. 3Archives: Review for historical value.
8080ADM9900Department Assistance Flie: Classified StaffCorrespondence documenting Personnel Office services to university or college departments regarding classified staff positions.1Destroy
8181ADM9900Dispatch Audio LogsRecord of phone and radio transmissions from the police dispatcher.1Destroy
8282ADM9900Dispatch LogsRecords of request for service received by the dispatcher.1Destroy
8383ADM9900Employment Printouts - StudentStipend list, updated social security number reports, 1040 hours report, termination reports, summer rehires, college work-study awards, changes chart of accounts, step increases, department summaries, CWS earnings report, time cards by sequence nuumber.1Destroy
8484ADM9910Health Insurance WaiversSigned waiver indicating student's acceptance or waiver of university student health insurance.1Destroy
8585ADM9900Help Desk Telephone Logs and ReportsRecords used to document requests for technical assistance and responses to these requests as well as to collect information on the use of computer equipment for program delivery, security, or other purposes.ActiveDestroy
8686ADM9910Information Resources Management and Data ProcessiUniversity IT plans, data processing service plans, strategic plans, and related records used to plan for information systems development, technology acquisitions, data processing services provision, related areas.ActiveDestroy
8787ADM9900Input DocumentsCopies of records or forms designed and used solely for data input and control when the data processing unit provides centralized data input services and the program unit retains original records.ActiveDestroy after entered into system.
8888ADM9900Maintenance Contracts Files - Data Processing EquiIncludes copies of contracts, service histories, and work orders.Active + 6Destroy
8989ADM9900Monthly Standardized Report Files - Classified StaPeriodic reports including designation by: active classified employee in alphabetical order; pay range; department listing; social security number for active employees; social security number for inactive employees; employees whose hourly wage is above a certain level.1Destroy
9090ADM2020Motor Vehicle Maintenance Records
Active + 6Destroy
9191ADM2020Motor Vehicle Records
Active + 6Destroy
9292ADM9900Network Usage ReportsSummary reports and other records created to document computer usage for reporting or other purposes.ActiveDestroy
9393ADM9900Operating System and Hardware Conversion PlansRecords relating to the replacement of equipment or computer operating systemsConversion + 1Destroy
9494ADM3000Organizational Charts
Active + 10Archives: Review for historical value.
9595ADM9900Parking Permit ApplicationsApplication for parking permit/decal--non-fee.1Destroy
9696ADM9900Police Daily Activity Report
1Destroy
9797ADM9910PresidentFiles of correspondence, reports, memoranda, etc., documenting activities of these offices.3Archives
9898ADM9910Vice PresidentFiles of correspondence, reports, memoranda, etc., documenting activities of these offices.3Archives
9999ADM9910DirectorFiles of correspondence, reports, memoranda, etc., documenting activities of these offices.3Archives
100100ADM9910DeanFiles of correspondence, reports, memoranda, etc., documenting activities of these offices.3Archives
101101ADM9910ChairFiles of correspondence, reports, memoranda, etc., documenting activities of these offices.3Archives
102102ADM3020Promotion and Tenure Policy - FacultyDepartmental guidelines, policies, procedures, notices of guidelines, administrative memos, lists of eligible faculty.10Archives
103103ADM3020Records Destruction Records
10Destroy
104104ADM9900Reports (Administrative - State - Civil Service - Monthly and annual reports listing information on classified employees such as promotions, training, classifications, new hires, pay range/step, suspensions, terminiations, etc.1Destroy
105105ADM9910Research Protocal Committee FilesIncludes lists of protocols to be considered, new reviews, approvals, requests, and revised protocol forms.PermanentArchives
106106ADM2030Site/Equipment Support FilesRecords documenting support services provided to specific data processing equipment or installations including site visit reports, program and equipment service reports, service histories, and correspondence and memoranda.Active + 6 Destroy
107107ADM9900Summary Computer Usage ReportsSummary reports and other paper records created to document computer usage.ActiveDestroy
108108ADM2020Surplus Property Records
6Destroy
109109ADM9900System Backup FilesCopies of master files or databases, application software, logs, directories, and other records needed to restore a system in case of a disaster or inadvertent destruction.3 System Backup CyclesDestroy
110110ADM9900System Users Access RecordsElectronic or textual records created to control or monitor individual access to a system and data created for security purposes, including but not limited to user account records, security logs, and password files.ActiveDestroy
111111ADM9910Technical Program DocumentationCopy of program code, program flowcharts, program maintenance log, system change notices, original design documents, specifications requirements, acceptance tests, and other records that document computer programs and the modifications made to computer programs.Retain until migrated or destroyed.Archive: Review for historical value.
112112ADM9900Test Database/FilesRoutine or benchmark data sets, related documentation, and test results constructed or used to test or develop a system.ActiveDestroy
113113ADM9900Training Course InformationMemoranda, flyers, catalogues, registration forms, rosters, and other records relating to training courses run by a data processing user support or office automation support unit.SUPDestroy
114114ADM9900Transportation LogsRecord of rides given by student transport service or campus police officers.1Destroy
115115ADM9900Unawarded Grants FilesApplications and proposals by faculty for grants that were not funded.1Destroy
116116ADM9910University Governance FilesFiles of minutes of boards/committees/governance groups documenting official actions of governing bodies.3Archive: Review for continuing administrative or h
117117EDU1010Academic Action NotificationsCommunications notifying students of dismissal, academic probation, etc.Active + 1Destroy
118118EDU1000Academic Records: Grades, Course evaluations, compRecord of academic work pursued.Active + 6Permanent
119119EDU1010Acceptance Letters and Relevant Admissions CorrespStudent-specific correspondence relating to admission and enrollment at the institution.Active + 1Destroy
120120EDU1100Acceptance Letters for Applicants Who Do Not MatriLetters notifying students of acceptance or non-acceptance to the institution1Destroy
121121EDU1010Admission Correspondence for Applicants Who Do MatForm letters regarding admission and/or enrollment at the institution.Active + 1Destroy
122122EDU1010Advanced Placement Records for Applicants Who Do MForms and records supporting consideration for advanced placement in course(s) where no credit is granted.Active + 1Destroy
123123EDU1100Advanced Placement Records for Applicants Who Do NForms and records supporting consideration for advanced placement in course(s).1Destroy
124124EDU2000Annual Interm Fiscal Operations ReportsReports to federal government on expenditures for federal programs.Active + 6: Review for historical value.Archives
125125EDU1010Applications for Admission or Readmission (ReentryForms requesting admission or readmission to the institution.Active + 1Destroy
126126EDU1100Applications for Admission or Readmission (ReentryForms requesting admission or readmission to the institution.1Destroy
127127EDU1010Applications for Graduation
Active + 1Destroy
128128EDU1010Audit AuthorizationsApproval forms to audit a class.Retain 1 year after audit or 3 years after date suDestroy
129129EDU2000Award LettersSummarizes Students' financial aid each year and confirms acceptance or rejection.Active + 6Destroy
130130EDU2000Basic Education Opportunity Grant (Pell) FilesIncludes eligibility, statement of educational purpose, correspondence, etc.Active + 6Destroy
131131EDU3000CatalogsOfficial bulletins of the institutionIndefiniteArchives
132132EDU1010Change of Course Schedule (Add/Drop)
Active + 1Destroy
133133EDU1000Change of Grade Forms (Update Documents)
Active + 6Permanent
134134EDU2000Check Registers for Federal LoansRecord of checks sent to students for National Direct Student Loans and Health Education Assistance Loans.Active + 6Destroy
135135EDU1010Class Schedules (Students)Lists of classes student took a given term.Active + 1Destroy
136136EDU1010College/Department Office Student FilesFiles maintained in individual college and department offices on students enrolled in that college or department. Includes transcripts, letters of recommendation, etc. Includes students who have graduated, actively enrolled students, and students who are no longer actively enrolled.Active + 1Destroy
137137EDU3000Commencement Programs
IndefiniteArchives
138138EDU1010Continuing Education Student RecordsFiles include two types of records: students enrolled in special interest courses, and students enrolled in professional certification programs.Active + 6Destroy
139139EDU1100Correspondence for Applicants Who Do Not Matricula
1Destroy
140140EDU1010Correspondence, RelevantStudent-specific correspondence (other than admissions).Active + 1Destroy
141141EDU1000Credit by Examination Form
Active + 6Permanent
142142EDU1010Credit/No Credit Approvals
Retain 1 year after audit or 3 years after date suDestroy
143143EDU3000Curriculum Development FilesFiles documenting approval of new programs and degrees. Indefinite Archives: Review for continuing administrative or
144144EDU3000Degree Statistics
IndefiniteArchives
145145EDU2000Draft Registration Compliance RecordTestimony to draft registration by student in order to receive financial aid.Active + 6 Destroy
146146EDU3000Enrollment Statistics
IndefiniteArchives
147147EDU1010Entrance Examination & Placement Test Reports (ACTStandardized test scores related to admission to the institution and placement test scores.Active + 1Destroy
148148EDU1100Entrance Examination & Placement Test Reports (ACTStandardized test scores related to admission to the institution and placement test scores.1Destroy
149149EDU1000Faculty Grade Report (Grade or narrative)Copy of grade reports as submitted to register by faculty.Active + 6Permanent
150150EDU1010Foreign Student Forms (I-20, etc.)for Applicants W
5 Destroy
151151EDU1010Grade Reports (Registrar's Copies)Copy of grade report as sent to student. Grade or narrative. Active + 1Destroy
152152EDU3000Grade Statistics
IndefiniteArchives
153153EDU2000Graduate Scholarship/Assistantship AwardsRecords sent by colleges to Financial Aid indicating awards to graduate students.Active + 6Destroy
154154EDU1010Graduation AuthorizationsDocuments certifying completion of degree requirements.Active + 1Destroy
155155EDU3000Graduation Lists
IndefiniteArchives
156156EDU2000Grants-In-Aid RecordsAuthorizations from Athletic Department including copies of quarterly billings and payments.Active + 6Destroy
157157EDU2000Guaranteed Student Loan ApplicationsCopy of student loan application, which is forwarded back to potential lending institution.Active + 6Destroy
158158EDU2000Health Profession Loan Student FilesContains all documents relating to granting of loans, including correspondence, promissory note, confidential form, etc.Active + 6Destroy
159159EDU3000IPEDS Reports (Integrated Postsecondary Education
IndefiniteArchives
160160EDU1010Letters of Recommendation for Applicants Who Do MaLetters of reference supporting application to the institution.Active + 1Destroy
161161EDU1100Letters of Recommendation for Applicants Who Do NoLetters of reference supporting application to the institution.1Destroy
162162EDU1010Medical Records for Applicants Who Do MatriculateMedical records related to application to the institution.Active + 1Destroy
163163EDU1100Medical Records for Applicants Who Do Not MatriculMedical records related to application to the institution.1Destroy
164164EDU3010National Guard Scholarship RostersLists of students receiving scholarships from the Ohio National Guard.ActiveArchive: Review for continuing administration or h
165165EDU2000National Merit Scholarship FilesIncludes correspondence and applications by finalists.Active + 6Destroy
166166EDU1100Non-Recipient Financial Aid FilesCopy of FAF for students who did not receive aid or enter the university or college.1Destroy
167167EDU2000Nursing Loan Students Files Contains all documents relating to granting of loans, including correspondence, confidential information sheet, promissory note, etc. Active + 6Destroy
168168EDU3000OBOR Reports (Ohio Board of Regents)
IndefiniteArchives
169169EDU3010Official Class RosterLists of students enrolled for individual classes.ActiveDestroy
170170EDU3010Ohio Academic Scholarship RostersLists of Students receiving scholarships for current academic year.ActiveArchive: Review for continuing administration or h
171171EDU2000Ohio Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation FilesRecord of awards by state agency for handicapped students.Active + 6Destroy
172172EDU3010Ohio Instructional Grant FilesRecord submitted by student for payment of fees. Eventually sent OBOR for payment.ActiveArchive: Review for continuing administration or h
173173EDU2000Ohio Instructional Grand RostersList of students receiving grants for current academic year.Active + 6Destroy
174174EDU1010Pass/Fail Request
Active + 1Destroy
175175EDU1010Personalized Recruitment Materials for Applicants Student-specific letters related to encouraging potential student to attend the institution.3Destroy
176176EDU1010Placement FilesFiles maintained on alumni for purposes of career placement. Includes credentials, letters of recommendations, etc. Students pay to have credentials maintained.Active + 1Destroy
177177EDU1010Program Requirement ModificationChange of major forms; degree requirement waiver or substitution authorization.Active + 1Destroy
178178EDU3000Racial/Ethnic Statistics
IndefiniteArchives
179179EDU1010Registration/Enrollment Forms
Retain 1 year after audit or 3 years after end of Destroy
180180EDU1030Requests and Disclosures of Personally Identifiabl
Active + 3Destroy
181181EDU1030Requests for Formal Hearings
Active + 3Destroy
182182EDU3000Schedule of Classes (Institutional)Schedule of classes offered each term by the institution.IndefiniteArchives
183183EDU2000Scholarships Applications, correspondence, and general information.Active + 6Destroy
184184EDU2000Sponsored Student Account FilesRecord of Students sponsored by corporations and special scholarships, including authorizations, transactions, account numbers, etc.Active + 6Destroy
185185EDU2000Statement of Educational ProgressConfirms individual student's progress toward degree to maintain federal financial aid.Active + 6Destroy
186186EDU2000Student Financial Aid FilesFiles on recipients, including award notices, FAF's and FAF need analysis reports.Active + 6Destroy
187187EDU1030Student Requests for Nondisclosure of Directory In
Active + 3Destroy
188188EDU1030Student Statements on Content of Records Regarding
Active + 3Destroy
189189EDU1030Student Waivers for Rights of Access To See Letter
Active + 3Destroy
190190EDU1030Student's Written Consent for Records Disclosure
Active + 3Destroy
191191EDU2000Tax FilesCopies of parents' 1040 tax form used to prove student's dependency.Active + 6Destroy
192192EDU1000Transcript Requests -- Other Than Student Requeste
Active + 6Permanent
193193EDU1010Transcripts - High School for Applicants Who Do MaApplicant's high school transcripts.Active + 1Destroy
194194EDU1100Transcripts - High School for Applicants Who Not MApplicant's high school transcripts.1Destroy
195195EDU1010Personalized Recruitment Materials for Applicants Student-specific letters related to encouraging potential student to attend the institution.3 Destroy
196196EDU1010Transcripts - Other Colleges for Applicants Who DoRecords of courses taken at other post-secondary institutions and documents supporting prior learning, including credit for military training.Active + 1Destroy
197197EDU1100Transcripts - Other Colleges for Applicants Who DoRecords of courses taken at other post-secondary institutions and documents supporting prior learning.1Destroy
198198EDU1010Transfer Credit Evaluations
Active + 1Destroy
199199EDU3000Tuition and Fee ScheduleListing of fee charges for each term by an institution.IndefiniteArchives
200200EDU1010Veterans Administration Records and Correspondence
Active + 3Destroy
201201EDU1010Withdrawal Authorizations
Retain 1 year after audit or 3 years after end of Destroy
202202EDU2000Work-Study Student FilesContains application, PERS exemption form, and evaluations of students employed under Work-Study Program.Active + 6Destroy
203203EDU1030Written Decisions of Hearing Panels
Active + 3 Destroy
204204ENV1000Environmental Monitoring Records
5Destroy
205205ENV2010Radioactive Materials Transportation RecordsDOT transfer record; Authorization for shipment of RAM; and Off-site transfers.IndefinitePermanent
206206FIN7010Audit ReportFinal report of state or independent auditor.4Archives: Review for historical value.
207207FIN6000Bad Debt ActionsOverdue accounts, such as library fines, parking tickets, loans, payment for services rendered.4Destroy
208208FIN1000Bank DepositsRecord of deposits in banking institutions.4Destroy
209209FIN1000Bank ReconciliationsExplanation of difference between bank statement balance and actual balance.4Destroy
210210FIN1000Bank StatementsPeriodic statement of bank balances4Destroy
211211FIN8010Bids AcceptedFor purchases.Active + 5Destroy
212212FIN8000Bids RejectedFor purchases.3Destroy
213213FIN5000Bond RegistersListing of bonds sold, usually for building projects, showing purchaser, date redeemed, interest due, etc.Active + 6Destroy
214214FIN2000Budget Planning DocumentsBudget requests, including program plans for coming year, usually by cost center.Active + 1 Archives: Review for historical value.
215215FIN2000Budget - InstitutionalFinal, approved, yearly budget for institution, usually in printed form.Active + 1Archives: Review for historical value.
216216FIN1000Canceled Checks
4Destroy
217217FIN1000Check RegisterBook or original entry for all cash 4Destroy
218218FIN7010Cost AccountingRecord analyzing cost for producing certain items or performing certain tasks.4Destroy
219219FIN6000Delinquent Accounts ReportListing of students who owe money to university or college.4Destroy
220220FIN8020Delivery SlipsDocuments sent with purchased goods indicating item(s) shipped.3Destroy
221221FIN3000Endowment Fund Reports - AnnualAnnual report of funds received and expended by endowment accounts. May be in form of report to donors.Active + 6Archives: Review for historical value.
222222FIN3000Endowment Fund Reports - PeriodicPeriodic report of funds collected or expended by endowment accounts.Active + 6Destroy
223223FIN7000Financial Report - AnnualConsolidated year-end report of financial situation showing assets and liabilities. Usually broken down by major funding areas, such as academic and student services areas. May include audit report.4Archives: Review for historical value.
224224FIN6000Parking Tickets - Unpaid
4Destroy
225225FIN1000Payroll ChecksChecks paid employees for services they perform4Destroy
226226FIN8010Purchase OrdersPurchasing Office's copy of order to a supplier authorizing purchase of goods.Active + 5Destroy
227227LEG4000Academic Grievance FilesFiles documenting grievances of students against faculty members.Active + 6Archives: Review for continuing administrative or
228228LEG4000Accident ReportsReports created by university or college police for traffic accidents that occur on campus.Active + 6Destroy
229229LEG5000Affirmative Action Plan FilesProcedures and regulations to be followed, work force anaylsis, goals, timetables, statistics.6Archives: Review for historical value.
230230LEG5000Affirmative Action Position Applicant FilesRecord of affirmative action procedures followed for university or college position openings. Files include position request and authorization forms, job descriptions, appointment activity record, proof of citizenship, chronological data on search and correspondence. Files divided into faculty, contract and classified staff headings. The classified staff portion is comprised fo statistical data sent to Affirmative Action Office by Personnel Office. Under these headings, files are arranged alphabetically by department or office.6Destroy
231231LEG5000Alien Certification FilesRecords of employee requests made to the Department of Labor and Immigration and Naturalization for work certification. In addition to certification, the files include transcripts, letters of reference, resume and other pertinent documentation. Files arranged alphabetically.6Destroy
232232LEG5000Applicant Flow Data FileStatistical information, percentages dealing with race, religion, sex, etc.6Destroy
233233LEG4000Arrest ReportsReport of arrest, criminal citation, or uniform traffic citation issued to offender.Active + 6Destroy
234234LEG2000Awarded Grants FilesFiles containing proposal, budgets, accounting information on grants received by faculty members from federal and state agencies and private foundations.Active + 5Archives: Review for continuing administrative or
235235LEG5000Campus Security Act Reports and Uniform Crime RepoReports produced in compliance with federal programs.6Archives: Review for historical value.
236236LEG5000Category Summary - Classified StaffComputer printout listing breakdown of employment by race, sex, civil service.6Archives: Review for historical value.
237237LEG2000Change in Meal PlanRecords of changes on board contracts.Active + 5Destroy
238238LEG2000Child Care Licensing FilesRecords related to obtaining Food License, License to Run a Nursery/Day Care, and Building Operations License.Active + 5Destroy
239239LEG2000Collective Bargaining Agreements
Active + 5Archives: Review for continuing administrative or
240240LEG4000Complaint FilesRecord of staff or student grievances based on equal opportunity and affirmative action regulations. Files arranged alphabetically.Active + 6Destroy
241241LEG2000Contracts - General
Active + 5Destroy
242242LEG4000Crime ReportsReports created by university or college police on campus criminal activity.Active + 6Archives: Review for continuing administrative or
243243LEG5000EE-O6 Report [EEOC]Annual Report required by the federal government, including information on race, sex, salary, tenure, etc. for different groups of employees.6Destroy
244244LEG5020Elevator Certifications
Active + 3Destroy
245245LEG5000Environmental Impact Assessment - Construction ProUsed to determine potential environmental concerns existing at site prior to demolition and construction.Life of Building + 6Destroy
246246LEG5030Garnishment File - Classified StaffContains copies of court orders, pertinent employee data, computation data, employee acknowledgement forms, IRS notices of levy and correspondence regarding employee garnishment cases.Active + 3Destroy
247247LEG5030Garnishment Files - StaffFile contains copies of court orders, pertinent employee data, computation data, employee acknowledgement forms, IRS notices of levy, and correspondence regarding employee garnishment cases.Active + 3Destroy
248248LEG5030Garnishment Files - FacultyFile contains copies of court orders, pertinent employee data, computation data, employee acknowledgement forms, IRS notices of levy, and correspondence regarding employee garnishment cases.Active + 3Destroy
249249LEG2000Grants AwardedFinancial records of grant money awarded for research projects.Active + 5Destroy
250250LEG2000Head StartDocuments of Head Start meetings and grantee level matters.Active + 5Destroy
251251LEG5000HUD ReportsAnnual reports filed with the federal government concerning operation of residence halls.6Archives: Review for historical value.
252252LEG4000Injury/Ill Person ReportsReports created by university or college police on ill or injured persons transported to local hospitals from campus.Active + 6Destroy
253253LEG5030Laboratory Inspection ReportsPeriodic inspections of laboratoriesActive + 3Destroy
254254LEG2000Land Purchase RecordsCopies of deeds, leases, purchase agreements, appraisals, etc. documenting purchase of land by institution. Original deed maintained by Auditor of State.Active + 5Archives: Review for historical value.
255255LEG7000Patents
Active + 6Archives: Review for continuing administrative or
256256LEG4000Police ReportsReports of incidents or requests for service to include the officer's actions, referrals, and subsequent investigation.Active + 6Shred
257257LEG4000Pre-School Attendance RecordsPre-School Attendance and Emergency Sheets.Active + 6Shred
258258LEG3010Pre-School Children's FilesIncludes screening evaluation forms, contracts, parental and developmental information, reports from outside agencies, examples of student work, health records from physicians, and information from Social Services coordinator.Indefinite
259259LEG5020Radioactive Materials Waste RecordsRAM use cards, specific use, and disposal information.Active + 3Destroy
260260LEG2000Real Estate RecordsCopies of deeds and leases, documenting real property purchased or leased by the university or collegeActive + 5Archives: Review for continuing administrative or
261261LEG5020Research Protocol RecordsIncludes protocol correspondence, grant information, approval forms, progress reports, prescription drug tracking form, memos, history sheets, previously active protocal, and LAMS file.Active + 3Destroy
262262LEG5000Residency Status Documents for Applicants Who Do MDocuments supporting determination of legal domicile (residency).6Destroy
263263LEG4000Student Disciplinary FilesFiles maintained by student affairs on students who have been accused of disciplinary violations.Active + 6Destroy
264264LEG5000Testing Reports-ConstructionGeotechnical and material testing and reports to insure strength of materials, compaction and construction acceptability.Active + 6Archives
265265LEG7000Trade Mark Registrations
Active + 6Archives: Review for continuing administration or
266266LEG4000Unemployment Compensation FilesConsolidated file listing all employees (classified, contract and faculty) for whom an umemployment claim has been filed. This includes copies of claim forms, correspondence, costs for the institution and amount of unemployment compensation paid.Active + 6Destroy
267267LEG5000W-2 FormsFederal form reporting salaries, wages, and tips for each employee to the IRS.6Destroy
268268LEG50001099 FormsFederal form used to report salaries, wages, and tips of temporary employees.6Destroy
269269MAR1000Advertising
5Archives: Review for historical value.
270270MAR1000Recruitment Materials, GeneralVideos, publications, posters, advertisements, etc. used to recruit students to attend the institution.5Archives: Review for historical value.
271271MAR1000ViewbooksA recruitment document5Archives: Review for historical value.
272272MIS1010State Classification File - Classified StaffLists of classification by pay range as directed by the State Department of Administrative Services.Until SupersededDestroy
273273MIS1010Teacher EvaluationsStudent evaluations of the teacher. Used to create summary.1Destroy
274274MIS1010Unemployment Compensation LogRecord of unemployment compensation cases.Until SupersededDestroy
275275PER2000Application File: Non-Hires - FacultyContains application, correspondence, resumes, etc. form applicants for positions.3Destroy
276276PER2000Application File - Classified StaffIncludes application form, resume, test results, referral and interview data.3Destroy
277277PER2000Applicants Card File - Classified StaffReference card file that lists name, address, telephone number, date of application, classification of individuals who have applied for classified positions.3Destroy
278278PER2000Canceled Position File - Classified StaffApplication forms, correspondence sent and received concerning positions that have been canceled.3Destroy
279279PER5010Certification File - Classified StaffRecord of employees who have attained certification in their classification. May include logbook and printouts.Active + 3Destroy
280280PER2000Declinations File - FacultyContracts, recommendations, letters of people who have declined positions.3Destroy
281281PER3000Employment Files - StudentsActive and inactive files. Student authorization forms, State and federal withholdings, P>E>R>S>, step increases, termination notices, reclassification forms, exemptions.Active + 6Destroy
282282PER2000General Applicant Files - Contract StaffResumes on file.3Destroy
283283PER4020Hazardous Exposure Records
IndefinitePermanent
284284PER3000I-9 Forms-StudentFederal employment eligibility verification for on-campus student employees.Active + 6Destroy
285285PER3000Index System - FacultyCards or other reference list for all active and inactive faculty.Active + 6Archives: Review for historical value.
286286PER2000Job Descriptions
3Destroy
287287PER3010Layoff File - Classified StaffFile contains printouts, roster, and correspondence documenting university or college layoffs. Pertinent employee data, data or hire, classification, department, and retention points (performance) are included.5Destroy
288288PER3010Leave Record - Classified StaffForms used to document sick leave and vacation leave. Includes hiring data, longevity date, amount of sick leave and vacation leave accrued.5Destroy
289289PER3000Leave Record - FacultyVacation and sick leave earned and used.Active + 6Destroy
290290PER5000On-The-Job Training Records - Classified StaffComplete training records for individuals seeking classified positions. Includes V.A. approval, progress report, record of trainee-trainer, date started, hours worked, etc.Active + 3Destroy
291291PER1030Payroll Deduction AuthorizationsAll forms used to authorize deductions for charitable organizations, credit unions, union dues, U.S. Savings Bonds, etc.Active + 6Destroy
292292PER3010Performance Evaluation Forms - Classified StaffFile contains annual printouts and logbooks, with such information as name, Social Security Number, date of hire, classification, supervisory, mid- and end-probationary dates, and department, and university or college employee performance evaluations.5Destroy
293293PER2000Personnel Requisition for Classified StaffDepartmental request placed whenever a position within the department becomes vacant.3Destroy
294294PER3000Personnel Files - Classified StaffEmployment record maintained for full-time and part-time classified employees. Files may contain applications, copies of driver's license, Social Security card, birth certificate, payroll, leave or absence requests, letters of commendation and reprimand, transfer requests, leave forms, evaluations, reclassifications, certifications, promotions, step increases, longevity, P.E.R.S. forms, employee's inspection of personnel file form, personnel card, etc.Active + 6Destroy: Review for administrative value.
295295PER3000Personnel Files (Active & Inactive) - Contract StaEmployment record maintained for full-time and part-time university or college contract employees. Files can contain position descriptions, applications, letters of appointment or change, personnel data, notice of salary rate, copies of birth certificate, annual contracts, performance evaluations, P.E.R.S. forms, previous state service forms, Social Security card, reclassification notices, letters of commendation or reprimand, publications, evidence of continuing education, transfers, leave of absence requests, payroll forms, vacation and sick leave reports, resignations, termination notices.Active + 6Destroy: Review for administrative value.
296296PER3000Personnel Card File - Classified StaffFile card coordinated to classified personnel files. Includes name, Social Security Number, status, classification, department, anniversary date, pay, resignation, date, sick leave, performance, etc.Active + 6Archives: Review for historical value.
297297PER3000Personnel File - FacultyOriginal faculty contracts and addenda, promotion and tenure documentation, orginal transcripts, hiring documentation, resumes, letters of recommendation, correspondence, teaching schedules, tax forms, sabbatical information, evaluation forms, STRS forms, promotion and tenure decisions. Includes part-time and adjunct faculty files.Active + 6Destroy: Review for administrative value.
298298PER2000Position Vacancy Announcement - Classified StaffJob descriptions for each university or college position posted.3Destroy
299299PER3010Promotion and Tenure File - FacultyRecommendations, evaluations, materials submitted for promotion or tenure. Tenure and promotion recommendations (approval or denial) and pertinent correspondence maintained in permanent personnel file.5Archives: Review for historical value.
300300PER1040Public Employees Retirement System Files - ClassifIncludes copies of retirement applications documenting pertinent personal, spouse, and beneficiary data. Working papers and correspondence are included.Active + 6Destroy
301301PER1040Public Employees Retirement System File - ContractIncludes copies of retirement applications documenting pertinent personal, spouse and beneficiary data. Working papers and correspondence are included.Active + 6Destroy
302302PER1040Public Employees Retirement System Log - ClassifieRecord of university or college classified employees and their date of retirement and address.Active + 6Destroy
303303PER1040Public Employees Retirement System Log - Contract Record of university or college employees, address and date of retirement.Active + 6Destroy
304304PER4030Radiation Safety WorkersIncludes training records, exposure records, applications and authorizations, documents of Authorized Users Lab; Specific RW Training/Interview; Emergency Notification, and Declaration of Pregnancy forms.IndefinitePermanent
305305PER4030Radioactive Materials - Authorized Users FilesIncludes applications for non-human use of RM; Statement of prior Training and Experience; Authorization for Internal Transfer of Material between AUs; Room Surveys; Application for Clinical Use of RAM; Emergency Notification; Application for Investigational Human Use of RAM.IndefinitePermanent
306306PER4030Radioactive Materials - Exposure RecordsFiles of monthly reports of people's exposure to Radioactive Materials.IndefinitePermanent
307307PER4030Radioactive Materials - Incident ReportReport of Radioactive Materials Incident.IndefinitePermanent
308308PER3010Reclassification Files - Classified StaffRecord of university or college employee reclassification with accompanying job audit reviews, audit appeals, position description questionnaires, correspondence and final decision documentation.5Destroy
309309PER2000Recruitment/Search Files - Contract StaffContract staff search files. May contain position authorization forms, job descriptions, minutes, applicants' credentials, search chronologies, authorization to hire forms, correspondence.3Destroy
310310PER3000Residence Hall Advisor FilesFiles on candidates selected for employment as residence hall advisors.Active + 6Destroy
311311PER2000Residence Hall Advisors - Unselected Files on candidates not selected as residence hall advisors.3Destroy
312312PER2000Search Committee Files - FacultyRecords of individuals who applied or interviewed for positions for which a committee was formed. Files contain position authorization forms, job descriptions, search committee minutes, applicant credentials, correspondence, and authorization to hire forms.3Destroy
313313PER2000Selection Criteria Form - Classified StaffForm providing an explanation as to why a person was or was not hired for a university or college position.3Destroy
314314PER3000Service Reports/Activity Reports - FacultyRecords for the academic year and each term listing teaching and advisory assignments, research, administrative duties and public service. Data is included for full-time and part-time faculty and graduate assistants. Reports printed either alphabetically by name of faculty member or by department.Active + 6Archives: Review for continuing administrative or
315315PER6000Student Time ReportsRecord of hours worked by student employees.5Destroy
316316PER3010Summer Employment Files - Classified StaffRecord of employees with alternate summer job responsibilities usually in dining halls, union, health center, residence halls and custodial.5Destroy
317317PER3010Suspension File - Classified StaffRecord of suspended university or college employees including name, classification, department, reason for suspension and duration of suspension, pertinent supporting documentation.5Destroy
318318PER3010Teaching EvaluationsStudent evaluations of teacher's performance. Used for Reappointment, Promotion, and Tenure.5Destroy
319319PER6000Time CardsRecord of time worked by employees5Destroy
320320PER4010University Medical RecordsFiles of medical charts for students, university employees and their spouses. Included medical histories, medical exams, progress sheets, x-rays, lab work, and related correspondence.6Shred
321321PER9900Wage and Fringe Benefit Surveys - Classified StaffSurveys conducted by the university or college with area organizations in an effort to acquire comparative data regarding wage and fringe benefit programs.3Destroy
322322PER1030W-4 FormsForms completed by employee showing federal tax withholding exemptions.Active + 6Destroy
323323PUB3000News Releases
IndefiniteArchives: Review for historical value.
324324PUB3000Newsletters
IndefiniteArchives: Review for historical value.
325325PUB3000Publicity Photographs
IndefiniteArchives: Review for historical value.
326326REF0000Civil Service Examiniations File - Classified StafOld examiniations used for the purpose of devising new testing programs. Also can include information and materials for Civil Service testing.ActiveDestroy
327327REF0000Job Cards - StudentJob descriptions for campus and off-campus positions, which have been filled or are no longer offered.ActiveDestroy
328328REF0000Job Description File - Classified StaffMaster file of classified job descriptions. Retained for pay-range classification purposes.Active Destroy
329329REF0000Position Description File - FacultyDescription of current positions.ActiveDestroy
330330REF0000Summer Contracts - StudentFlyers for on- and off-campus employment opportunitiesActiveDestroy