Faculty Policies and Procedures Handbook

K. Access to Other University Facilities and Services

  1. The Library

    All members of the University community have library privileges. In addition to the books, audio‐visual materials, magazines, and other media, faculty members have access to study rooms, equipment, and reference and inter‐library loan assistance.

  2. The Vaughn Center

    Several services are available in the Vaughn Center, including campus dining, Campus Store (Barnes and Noble), an ATM machine, a convenience store, the Reeves Theatre, meeting rooms, a computer lab, and Catering Services. Also located in the Vaughn Center are the Offices of Student Activities, Residence Life, Judicial Affairs, Student Government, Dining Services, P.E.A.C.E. (volunteer center), Greek Life, and student publications.

  3. The Stadium Center

    A second group of dining facilities is located in the Stadium Center, adjacent to the athletic fields and Jaeb Computer Center.

  4. The Campus Store (Barnes and Noble)

    A faculty discount is available from the Campus Store on designated items upon presentation of a UT identification card.

  5. The Post Office

    The University operates a United States Post Office on the first floor of Plant Hall. This facility can accommodate the same needs as any other postal location.

  6. Check Cashing

    Full‐time employees may cash personal checks for up to $50.00 at the Cashier's Office between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday ‐ Friday with a UT identification card. No payroll checks or two‐party checks will be cashed. If checks are not honored by the bank two times, check cashing privileges will be revoked.

  7. Automatic Deposit of Paychecks

    Automatic deposit of faculty members’ paychecks is available. Information can be obtained through the Office of Financial Management.

  8. Athletics Facilities

    When student usage is not scheduled, faculty have access to various athletic facilities, including an outdoor swimming pool, a gymnasium, and tennis courts. Student use will take priority over usage by other University community members. There are also some restrictions regarding family and guests.

    A UT identification card will allow a faculty member and his/her family or one guest to be admitted to all home athletic events. Tournaments and exhibition games are excluded.

  9. McNiff Fitness Center

    The McNiff Fitness Center is available to faculty for a membership fee of $50.00 per academic year. The Fitness Center is typically open seven days per week and offers up‐to‐date exercise equipment.

  10. Campus Safety and Security

    The University retains a security force to monitor the campus. . Security officers are authorized to hold violators but do not have arrest powers.

    Faculty members who work late hours may contact campus security for an escort to their cars. In case of an emergency, faculty members may contact security at x3333 or 253‐5133.

  11. Cultural Events

    Notices of activities are published in a monthly calendar of events. They also appear in The Insighter, a newsletter published by the Public Information Office during the academic year. Free tickets are available for many of these events.

  12. Credit Union

    Full‐time faculty members and their dependents are eligible for membership in the Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union. Members receive the benefit of low‐cost personal loans, automobile financing, and other loans, as well as interest‐bearing savings and checking accounts.

  13. Health Services

    Through a contracted organization, The University provides specific medical services in a professionally staffed student health center. Because faculty members receive health insurance as a part of their benefits package, their use of the health center is limited to emergencies. Basic immunization services are available to faculty on a fee‐for service basis.