GENERAL COUNSEL/OFFICE OF INTERNAL AUDITOR PROGRAM INFORMATION: The Office of the General Counsel provides advice, assistance, and guidance on legal issues. Western Kentucky University, as an institute of higher learning, seeks to provide the highest quality faculty and staff and a superior working and learning environment for the campus community. The Office of General Counsel provides support and assistance to the University in the effective discharge of its internal and external responsibilities and achievement of the University’s strategic plan. The Office of the Internal Auditor is responsible for reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of the University’s system of internal controls, and is also responsible for examining and evaluating the processes, procedures and activities of the University. FINANCIAL INFORMATION: Educational and General Personnel/Fringe Benefits Operating Expenses Total Expenditures 2002-03 Approved Budget Pos. Unrestricted Budget 2003-04 Proposed Budget Pos. Unrestricted Budget 4 4 301,816 11,150 312,966 327,542 11,150 338,692