Department of Otolaryngology: Policy on Event & Business Entertainment Expenses

Summary

To outline departmental policy on allowable events and business entertainment expenses

Body

Unit Policy

Title

Department of Otolaryngology: Policy on Event & Business Entertainment Expenses

Introduction

Purpose

To outline departmental policy on allowable events and business entertainment expenses

Scope

Applicable to all individuals receiving departmental allowances, including faculty, Advanced Practice Providers, fellows, residents, and any others who may be requesting departmental support for a business entertainment expense.

Policy

Policy Statement

The Department supports professional events, educational meetings, recruitment efforts, and business entertainment that are consistent with, and supportive of the University’s mission and policies.

A. Policy Requirements

All Departmental employees eligible for Business Entertainment Expense, must comply with the Procedure on Business and Entertainment Expense Procedure. The intent of this policy is to ensure appropriate use of departmental funds for their intended use, and to further the departmental mission.

Definitions

  • Business Entertainment Expense - An expense which complies with University policies, and is related to approved University professional events, recruitment efforts, and entertainment.

Related Requirements

External Regulations 

Unit Policies, Standards, and Procedures

Contact Information

Primary Contact

Name: Dana M. Clifton – Associate Chair for Administration

Email: Dana_clifton@med.unc.edu

Details

Details

Article ID: 159757
Created
Fri 12/19/25 3:20 PM
Modified
Fri 12/19/25 3:20 PM
Responsible Unit
School, Department, or other organizational unit issuing this document.
School of Medicine - Otolaryngology
Issuing Officer
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Associate Chair for Administration
Next Review
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12/01/2026 12:00 AM
Last Review
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08/31/2023 12:00 AM
Last Revised
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08/31/2023 12:00 AM
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08/31/2023 12:00 AM
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08/31/2023 12:00 AM