How do I find out how long I must keep records?
Consult the University General Records Retention Schedule and check to see if your department has a supplemental
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What about electronic documents, emails, webpages, social media posts, text messages, audio/visual recordings, etc.?
It is the content, not the medium, which determines the retention obligation of a record. Always apply the retention schedule regardless of format.
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My job doesn’t have anything to do with managing records. Why do I have to know about this?
As a state agency, the University of Washington is subject to laws regarding public records and transparency. Subsequently, the university, each of its offices, and each and every employee has the legal responsibility to demonstrate the proper care and management of its records. That means:
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