Good morning! Today is the last day of Ethics Awareness Week. While we set aside a specific week each year to highlight the importance of an ethical culture, it is our goal to incorporate our Core Values and Code of Conduct into our daily decision-making throughout the year. Thanks to each of you who participated this week. Our last question is listed below.

Today’s question concerns travel by USO employees.

Which one of the following statement(s) are true?

1. Employees must have written authorization in advance from the Chancellor or designee to attend trainings and conferences paid for by vendors.
2. Prior approval is required for lodging that is within 50 miles of home or work.
3. Expenses related to vacation or personal days taken before, during or after a business trip are NOT reimbursable.
4. Combining personal travel with State business travel must not result in increased expense to the State.
5. All of the above.

Email your answer to jnorwood@highlands.edu.  The correct answer will be shared on Monday in the GHC Inform.