If it appears you'll be disabled for more than 60 days and that your disability will extend beyond the period you're eligible for sick pay, contact us to request a disability application form. Your application must be on file with SURS within one calendar year after the date on which your disability occurred.
SURS will approve or deny your request. All your sick benefits must be used first. We advise you to use vacation time as well. When the leave is approved, be sure to turn in your keys and NIU equipment.
For more information, refer to these policies:
If you're a faculty member, please review the Extension of the Tenure Probationary Period Policy.
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