Expecting the Unexpected: Handling Unauthorized Disclosures of Student Personally Identifiable Information

No one buys a fire extinguisher expecting to use it, but it’s always best to be prepared. Having established procedures in place for handling unauthorized disclosures can help your institution fight “FERPA fires” when they arise. Join us as we discuss UAlbany’s protocols and share procedures for responding to unauthorized disclosures and strategies that can be used to prevent them in the future.

First Learning Outcome: Understanding professional/ethical obligations regarding reporting unauthorized disclosures 

Second Learning Outcome: Ability to assess possible violations and investigate claims

Third Learning Outcome: Suggest/implement changes in institutional processes/procedures

Core Competency: Professional Integrity

Proficiency: Records & Academic Services Proficiencies

Presenter(s): 

Sydney Faught University at Albany

Karen Chico Hurst University at Albany