Ownership of Intellectual Property
Ownership of IP produced in the normal course of a creator’s connection to the University shall remain with the University. The ownership of textbooks, scholarly monographs, trade publications, student theses, maps, charts, articles in journals and newspapers, novels, nonfiction works, supporting materials, artistic works, and like works shall reside with the creator(s). Except for textbooks, the University shall have royalty-free use of the work within the University, unless otherwise agreed in writing. Students may request a one-year embargo on the display of their thesis to allow for the possibility of publication.
Funded research, other creative works, and future forms of Intellectual Property creation may involve circumstances not covered in this policy. Creators who collaborate with others outside of the University may also be involved in conflicting Intellectual Property claims. In these cases, creators should consult with the University President in advance to clarify Intellectual Property rights.
Resolution of Disputes
All disputes over Intellectual Property rights shall be settled by the University President, taking professional advice if needed.
Dissemination of Policy
This Intellectual Property Policy is included in the Administrative Handbook, Faculty Handbook, and Student Handbook.