Definition of Spouse/Qualifying Partner/Dependent

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As they relate to benefits provided to faculty at Elon University, the terms “spouse/qualifying partner” and “dependent” are defined as follows:

  • Spouse/qualifying partner is either an individual who is in a marriage recognized by the law in the state of residence or an individual with a qualifying same-sex partner, as determined through the Office of Human Resources.
  • Dependents are the spouse/qualifying partner and all unmarried children, including adopted sons or daughters and stepsons or stepdaughters.

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