Can I create a blanket request, and how does it work?

Yes, however this should only be utilized for travelers that have positions that require frequent travel such as an admissions counselor, development officer, etc. 

If you are unsure if your position qualifies for the use of a blanket request, contact the Travel Office.

• Blanket Request: a single request for one traveler that covers an extended period of time.
• Extended Period of Time: a semester or longer.

• Request Title: must include the word "Blanket".
• Date Range: must cover the full range of the request (i.e., start/end date of semester/fiscal year, etc.)
  • Specific dates can be provided in the initial blanket request notes.
  • Specific dates must be provided in the expense report.
• Departure Location: initial blanket request can list Nacogdoches.
  • Specific locations can be provided in the initial blanket request notes.
  • Specific locations must be provided in the expense report.
• Destination Location: initial blanket request can list Nacogdoches.
  • Specific locations can be provided in the initial blanket request notes.
  • Specific locations must be provided in the expense report.

• An admission counselor that is required to travel weekly for the duration of the fall semester.
  • Blanket Travel Request:
    • Title: Recruiting Blanket 2021-2022
    • Date Range: August 25 - December 15
    • Departure: Nacogdoches, TX
    • Destination: Nacogdoches, TX
  • Expense Report 1:
    • Title: Recruiting Blanket 2021-2022
    • Date Range: August 25 - September 1
    • Departure: Nacogdoches, TX
    • Destination: Dallas, TX
  • Expense Report 2:
    • Title: Recruiting Blanket 2021-2022
    • Date Range: September 1 - September 10
    • Departure: Dallas, TX
    • Destination: Houston, TX

Questions? Contact the Travel Office via email at traveldesk@sfasu.edu.