Record Retention Policy

Policy 105.1

1 Introduction

1.1 The purpose of this policy is to inform Appalachian State University (“Appalachian”) employees of the requirements and responsibilities for management and destruction of University records. This policy is implemented in accordance N.C. Gen. Stat. § 121-5 and N.C. Gen. Stat. § 132-3.

2 Scope

2.1 This policy applies to all Appalachian employees and covers all records, including electronic records, regardless of physical form or characteristics, made or received in connection with the transaction of University business that are in the possession or control of the University.

3 Definitions

3.1 Record

an authentic official copy of documents

3.2 Retention

to keep in possession or use

4 Policy and Procedure Statements

Records Retention Schedule

9 Revision Dates

June 5, 2007