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Delegations of Authority

The University, like all corporations, must act through authorized individuals. The law authorizes the Regents to act for the University. The Regents have delegated authority to manage and administer the University to President Bruininks. He has divided this authority into some 150 subjects and delegated authority for each subject to individuals who report to him. In most cases, they have redelegated that authority. Currently, there are approximately 13,000 delegations of authority.

Delegations of Authority Library


Frequently Asked Questions.

  • How do I find out who has the authority to sign a contract for my unit?
     
  • How do I search the President's Delegation of Authority Library?
     
  • What is the President's Delegations of Authority Library?
     
  • Who decides what authority to delegate?
     
  • What is the difference between approval and signature authority?
     
  • How do I know whether I have the authority to sign a contract?
     
  • What happens if I have no authority, but sign anyway?
     
  • How do I get authority to sign documents I need to sign for my job?
     
  • What are Authorized Approvals?
     

    For a Certificate of Authority, or if you have questions, call 612-624-4100 or email delegations@mail.ogc.umn.edu

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