D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 8, r. 8-B1499
When used in this chapter, the following terms and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed:
Bona fide financial exigency - an imminent financial crisis which threatens the survival of the University and which cannot be alleviated by less drastic means than termination.
Non-reappointment - the non-renewal of a contract at its expiration.
Reduction-in-force (RIF) - reduction of faculty by separation as a result of a bona fide financial exigency or a discontinuance or curtailment of any department, program, or function of the University.
Resignation - voluntary separation from the University.
Retirement - discontinuance of employment because of age or length of service.
Termination - the involuntary separation or removal of an employee from the University for cause before the term of an appointment expires.
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 8, r. 8-B1499