UConn employees are state employees, and therefore must follow The State Code of Ethics. The State Code of Ethics maintains that a conflict of interest exists when a state employee is required to take an action in which they, their family member, or a business with which they are associated would financially benefit.
Who is a Considered a "Family Member?"
1. Spouse
2. Parent
3. Sibling
4. Child
5. Spouse of employee's child
6. Dependent relative who lives in the employee's household
Additional Resources on Conflicts of Interest
Visit our website to learn about common conflicts of interest, see example conflict mitigation plans, and to find resources on managing financial conflicts of interest in research.
