N.J.A.C. 19:61-6.2 defines scholarly capacity as “any pedagogical, academic, artistic, educational or scholarly activity performed by a State official for the institution of higher education that employs or has appointed such State official.” This includes attendance and participation in or making presentations at events, such as conferences.
Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 19:61-6.10(a), any NJIT employee serving in a scholarly capacity must annually disclose to their department head any travel or entertainment expenses, honoraria, academic prizes, or other things of value related to activities performed in a scholarly capacity received in the prior year.
