Access to Records-The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

University policy grants access by students to their educational records under the conditions that conform to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended. This policy is regulated by federal guidelines. Directory information may be published or released unless a student informs the Registrar’s Office, in writing before the first day of classes each semester that any or all items should not be released without prior consent of the student. The request to withhold directory information is valid to the end of August in the current academic year. Directory information is defined to include the student’s name, address, telephone listing, Email address, date and place of birth, major field of study, dates of attendance, degrees, awards, and the most recent educational institution attended by the student. In addition, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, and weight and height of members of athletic teams will be considered as directory information.