Policy Number: 65

Naming Policy

Subject:

Naming of facilities or programs

Scope:

Employees

Date Reviewed: February 2008

Responsible Office: Office of Institutional Advancement

Responsible Executive: Vice President, Institutional Advancement

I.     POLICY AND GENERAL STATEMENT

The naming of facilities or programs is one manner in which the university can honor individuals important to the institution, give prominent recognition for eminence in intellectual, artistic and other endeavors associated with the mission of the university or show its appreciation for a substantial gift benefiting the university. Any recommendation for the naming of facilities, outdoor areas of the campus or programs shall be based on what is in the best interest of the university and shall be in accordance with The University of Texas System Regents' Rules and Regulations, Series 80307, Naming Policy.

Recommendations for naming must be reviewed by the President and Vice President for Institutional Advancement prior to any discussion with or commitment to a potential honoree.

II.     CONTACTS

ContactTelephoneEmail/Web Address
Office of Institutional Advancement 713-500-3021 www.uthouston.edu/advancement/