Article 15 Workspace And Materials

Section 1

To carry out assigned duties as determined by the University, the University shall provide SWs, at no cost to the SW, reasonable access to University services, materials, and facilities necessary to carry out such duties, including but not limited to: desk space (individual or shared), after-hours and weekend building access, library privileges, studio space, storage space, campus mail, office supplies including chalk and dry-erase markers, office equipment, basic software and hardware, basic lab equipment, grading software, and audio/visual presentation equipment.

Section 2

Nothing in Section 1 precludes the University or the supervisor from determining what specific software and hardware, lab equipment, grading software, and audio/visual presentation equipment are best suited or adequate to carry out assigned duties. However, the University shall consider in good faith any SW request for such specific equipment or materials not provided pursuant to Section 1 by the University. If a faculty member denies such request, the SW may discuss the denial with the department chair or supervisor.

Section 3

To the extent available and consistent with the requirements of the departments or employing unit, SWs shall also have access to computers with internet access and printers.

Section 4

With the supervisor’s or employing unit’s advance approval, the University shall reimburse SWs for required job-related materials, equipment, and services that are not otherwise provided to the SW by their department. Requests for approval shall not be unreasonably denied.

Section 5

If a SW’s University work location is to be moved or if there is a substantial alteration of the SW’s work space, the SW will be notified at least thirty (30) days before the move or alteration. In circumstances where it is not possible to provide thirty (30) days’ notice, notice shall be given as soon as possible.

Section 6

In the performance of their duties, SWs will have access to available University private space to advise students.