University Policies

The president of Rice University, pursuant to the university bylaws, has general control and supervision over all matters pertaining to the university and its activities, subject to the advice and approval of the board of trustees. Pursuant to that authority, the president approves all university policies as well as delegates to university leadership (including the provost, vice presidents, vice provosts and deans) the ability to develop policies and procedures for their areas of responsibility consistent with university policies.