Do's and Don'ts

UNL FERPA COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR

All general questions and concerns related to interpreting and implementing FERPA statutes and Board of Regents FERPA rules at UNL should be first directed to:


Steven Booton
University Registrar

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Email iconsbooton2@unl.edu


Do's and Don'ts

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Understand the difference between
directory and non-directory information.

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Make non-directory or non-public directory information available to the public. information icon

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Know students can grant written consent through MyRED.

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Give non-directory information out without student written consent (unless there is legitimate educational interest). information icon

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Check for a FERPA restriction before communicating directory information.

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Give any information out about a student, either directory or non-directory, if that student has a FERPA restriction.

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Understand parents can receive non-directory information in cases of emergencies. information icon

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Share non-directory or non-public directory information with parents without written consent.

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Know students have the right to inspect their educational record .

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Leave student information in public areas, including on fax machines, copiers, etc.

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Use blind carbon copy (bcc) when electronically communicating with multiple students.

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Use carbon copy (cc) when electronically communicating with multiple students.