Policy on Public Relations and Stationery Standards
Dated: October 26, 2016
Supersedes: PR.101 Stationery Standards dated February 3, 1997
I. PURPOSE
To establish design standards for New York Medical College (NYMC)’s official stationery and business cards as designated in the NYMC Style Guideline.
II. POLICY
It is the policy of NYMC to provide established design standards for stationery and business cards in order to protect and enhance the College’s brand. To ensure compliance with these standards, stationery and business cards must be obtained from a single vendor selected by the College.
III. SCOPE
This policy applies to all faculty and staff at NYMC and its affiliates who are authorized to use College stationery and business cards.
IV. DEFINITIONS
Sole Source - contracted printing company.
V. PROCEDURE
A. New York Medical College official stationery must be ordered in accordance with the NYMC Style Guideline using the College’s online ordering system.
B. Instructions and log in information can be found here.
VI. EFFECTIVE DATE
This policy is effective as of the date signed below.
VII. POLICY RESPONSIBILITY
A. Purchasing - Negotiate the printing contract on behalf of the College consistent with the requirements of the NYMC Style Guideline.
B. Vice President of Communications
- Select the print vendor and ensures that high production standards are adhered to, including uniformity in paper stock, typography and color.
- Provide assistance to members of the College community who have questions that cannot be resolved by reference to the NYMC Style Guideline.
VIII. POLICY MANAGEMENT
Responsible Executive: Chancellor and CEO
Responsible Officer: Vice President of Communications
Responsible Office: Office of Public Relations