Board Policies
Chapter 5 - Administration
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5.13 Information Technology Administration
Part 1. Policy Statement
It is the policy of the Board of Trustees in accordance with its
mission to disseminate and extend knowledge, to foster the free exchange
of ideas, and to provide effective support for its teaching, research
and public service functions. Appropriate access will be afforded to
information technology resources, including but not limited to computers,
software, e-mail accounts, Internet access, and similar computing tools,
for Minnesota State College and University students, faculty and staff
for fulfilling the missions, and for appropriate related activities.
Part 2. Responsibilities
The chancellor shall develop an information technology strategic plan
for approval by the Board of Trustees and prescribe data, applications,
security, and technology standards in order to ensure the effectiveness,
efficiency, timeliness, and accuracy of information gathered, stored
and utilized by the system office, colleges, and universities. The chancellor
shall review college and university information technology plans.
Each college and university shall adopt a campus policy on computer and network system use and security.
Part 3. Accountability/Reporting
The Board will be periodically updated on the implementation of the
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities information technology strategic
plan and the plans of the colleges and universities.
Related Documents:
- IT Strategic Plan (this is a PDF file)
- Future Procedure 5.13.1 Information Technology
Administration
To view the following related statute, go to the Revisor's Web site (http://www.revisor.leg.state.mn.us/). You can conduct a search from this site by typing in the statute number.
- Minnesota Statutes 136F.59, Technical Equipment
Minnesota State Agency Digital Signature Implementation and Use Standards
Date of Implementation: 06/21/00
Date of Adoption: 06/21/00
Date & Subject of Revisions:
06/21/00 - repeals Board policy 5.1; Contains language formerly in Board policy 1A.9, Part 2.
There is no additional HISTORY for 5.13 at this time.
