University funds may not be used to purchase gift cards or to provide cash for any reason.

Hamline University encourages its employees to vote in government elections and allows, as required by applicable state law, time away from scheduled work to do so.

All fundraising activities should be planned in conjunction with the Office of Institutional Advancement (OIA) (either the VP or AVP) for appropriate receipting and the Controller in Accounting for guidance on appropriate recording and handling of payments.

Emergency and Closing Protocol

Hamline students and student organizations are free to examine and discuss all questions of interest to them and to express opinions publicly and privately.

First-year students at Hamline University may enter into a partnership with the institution to ensure completion of their bachelor’s degree within four years. The student and the university share the responsibility for the success of this endeavor.

Hamline’s Offices of Information Technology Services (ITS), Marketing and Creative Services, and University Relations have adopted the following policy to establish the approach Hamline University will use in the administration and management of its official website and to establish the appropriate use of Hamline website by the Hamline user community.

Food that is purchased, served, and/or stored at events on campus that do not use catering services through Hamline Dining, including food truck, are governed by this policy.

Hamline University has a $2,500 threshold on capital purchases. All purchases must meet the definition of a capital asset and have an approved budget and appropriate authorization prior to purchase.

Hamline University maintains a strict policy prohibiting weapons in the University community, including legal and authorized weapons, in accordance with applicable law.