Please follow the outlined steps to obtain approval for students to drive on behalf of Cornell University:

1. Initial Request: The supervisor must email Nakeschi Watkins to request approval for a student driver. The email should include the business purpose, destination, and the frequency with which the student will need to drive.
2. Approval Notification: Once Nakeschi Watkins has approved the request, she will email both the supervisor and Paula Griffin with her decision.
3. Student Requirements: After receiving approval, the college/department/unit should inform the student to complete the
   • Agile “User Registration” is located on the left menu
   • Agile ” Driver Release” is located on the left menu
   •  RMI 2100 Defensive Driving Course in CULearn.
   • Please note that the 9-15 passenger van road test may not be completed until after RMI has reviewed and approved the MVR report.
4. Confirmation of Completion: The supervisor must confirm that the student has completed the User Registration Form, the Driver Release Form, and the RMI 2100 course.
5. Submission of Information: Once confirmed, the supervisor should email Paula Griffin with the student’s name(s) and Cornell NETIDs.
6. Request for MVRs: Paula Griffin will request Fleet Services to obtain the student(s)’ Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs).
7. MVR Review: Paula Griffin will review the MVR reports and inform the supervisor whether the student is approved to drive or not.
8.  Agile Profile Update: Paula Griffin will note the student’s status in the Agile Profile as approved or not approved.

Please Note: The supervisor is responsible for ensuring students complete the User Registration Form, the Driver Release Form, and the RMI 2100 course.  The supervisor must approve the User Registration Form in Agile.  Please be aware incomplete forms will delay the approval process.