A Brief Review

• You are responsible for protecting student data in your possession.
• Educational records may not be released without the written consent of the student.
• Individual directory information may be released without written consent, except when the student has filed a "Request to Suppress Directory Information." Suppressed information may not be released.
• University employees may access and use private educational records only as necessary to conduct official business that is related to the educational interests of the student.
• Take appropriate measures to protect student records that are stored on personal computers and local networks.
• If in doubt, do not release information about a student. Refer requests to Registration & Records in the Office of the Registrar; the phone number is 996-8600.
• If you have questions about FERPA, contact Registration at 996-8600.

For a visual aid to understanding the appropriate release of student information, see the UIC FERPA decision flow diagram.