Warning
Do not follow the records retention schedule to destroy records that are currently part of–or you are aware that they are going to be part of–any legal action or proceeding, litigation, audit, investigation, or review. For more information, see the Subpoenas for University Records Policy.
Institutional Research produces these survey studies on behalf of various departments and units at Tufts University. These are either one-time studies or annual or semi-annual recurring studies such as the Senior Survey. Records concerning a study include correspondence, survey instruments, the set of survey questions, the raw responses from individuals, the compiled survey data, and the report(s) that present the findings of the survey.
| Copy Type | Record Holder | Retention Period | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official Copy | Office of Institutional Research & Evaluation | Permanent |
Transfer to Tufts Archival Research Center |
| Unofficial Copy | Departments and Offices that receive survey study reports | Permanent |
Transfer to Tufts Archival Research Center |
Notes
The unofficial copy of survey studies only refers to survey study reports and does not include the other components that comprise the Survey Studies held by the Office of Institutional Research & Evaluation.