01.02.002 - Record Keeping Definitions

Policy Number: 01.02.002
Policy Title: Record Keeping Definitions
Policy Status: Active

Policy:

Active Records

Active Records are those that have immediate and current value to a unit, department, or division of the institution.

Archival Records

Archival Records are those which no longer have current value to a unit, department, or division of the institution but retain historical, legal, or other institutional value.

Inactive Records

Inactive Records are those which no longer have current value to a unit, department, or division of the institution but have not yet been held longer than the stated retention policy for the record type.

Updated February 06, 2026