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- FERPA can be broken down into two parts; access and release., FERPA Access, An “educational agency or institution” must grant students who are or have been in attendance at the educational institution the right to inspect and review their education records. 20 U.S.C. §1232g (a)(1)(A). An “educational agency or institution” must grant students a hearing to challenge the content of education records, correct or delete inaccurate information, and insert a written…, Definitions, Educational agency or institution, - "any public or private agency or institution which is the recipient of funds under any applicable program.” 20 U.S.C. §1232g (a)(3). , Education record, (with exceptions) - "those records, files, documents, and other materials which contain information directly related to a student; and are maintained by an educational agency or institution or by a person acting for such agency or institution.” 20 U.S.C. §1232g (a)(4)(A). , Record, - "any information recorded in any way, including, but not limited to, handwriting, print, computer media, video or audio tape, film, microfilm, and microfiche." 34 CFR §99.3. "Record" does not include information that is not "recorded," i.e. personal knowledge., Directly related, - contains "personally identifiable information" about that student., Personally Identifiable Information, - includes, but is not limited to— The student's name; The name of the student's parent or other family members; The address of the student or student's family; A personal identifier, such as the student's social security number, student number, or biometric record; Other indirect identifiers, such as the student's date of birth, place of birth, and mother's maiden name; Other information that,…, Exceptions to definition of “education record”, Treatment records made or maintained by a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist, or other recognized professional or paraprofessional acting in his professional or paraprofessional capacity. 20 U.S.C. §1232g (a)(4)(B)(iv). Records of non-student employees. The Department of Education has interpreted this exemption not to include “records relating to an individual in attendance at the agency or…, FERPA Release, FERPA releases are prohibited (sort of). General Rule - An “educational agency or institution” may not (with certain exceptions) release “education records (or personally identifiable information contained therein other than directory information)” without the consent of the student. 20 U.S.C. § 1232g (b)(1). Permitted/ Unconsented Releases – They’re Everywhere, Permitted Releases , Other school officials (within the University) with legitimate educational interests; Defined by the University: "University officials" = “any professional employee who is head of an office, department, school, college, division, or their specified designee.” also includes “any contractor, consultant, volunteer of other party to whom UMass Amherst has outsourced institutional services or…Type: Basic page
- Who is Part of the Administration & Finance Support Services Team? , The new Administration & Finance Support Services (ACCESS) Team is here to provide centralized, strategic support for the UMPO Administration & Finance (A&F) departments. We have a great team here to help, led by, Amanda Onwuka, .Type: Basic page
- The ACCESS Team serves as the first line of support for campus stakeholders and partners who require UPST, Travel & Expense, UMPO Human Resources, and Treasury services. In addition to supporting the overall UMPO A&F departments in meeting their day-to-day objectives. Our services to the UMass system cover:Type: Basic page
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- Department ID & Description Speedtype Fund Information Project Information EMT SMT Dept. ID: C990212000 Beacon St Info Technology 101287 Fund Code: 51118 President's Office Operations Vicky Berg Vicky Berg Dept. ID: C830000000 MGHPCC 102691 Fund Code: 51374 MGHPCC Reserve Fund Michael Milligan Dept. ID: C830000000 MGHPCC 102081 Fund Code: 51443 Central Admin Services Michael Milligan…Type: Basic page
- Budget Update from Bill Smith, September 8, 2023 Budget Update from Bill Smith, October 27, 2023Type: Basic page
- Michael sets aside a pool of funds for travel, training, conferences, professional development in CAS General Assignment under budget category "Travel & Conference." Frank will keep track of requests and approvals and burn-down of budget. The file will be kept in the same spreadsheet as Contingency and Projects. , The Process:, Make a Request for Travel, Training or Conference Funds Email the request to Frank Butler and/or Michael Milligan. Frank reviews the request for accuracy and brings the request to Michael including amount of available funds. Email Frank once the request is approved. Budget Request Frank requests that the Budget Office move required funds from GA "Travel & Conference" to Dept. and Speedtype in…Type: Basic page
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- (Doc. T00-080) (as of May 13, 2025), General, Named professorships or chairs should be used to attract and retain distinguished individuals of outstanding caliber. Each named professorship will be created by the Board of Trustees upon the recommendation of the President. Individuals will be appointed to named professorships by the President with the approval of the Board on the basis of the candidate's outstanding academic distinction as a…, Endowed Chairs or Professorships, Endowed chairs or professorships may be created by the University upon receipt of an endowment from a donor or donors. Endowed chairs or professorships typically carry the name of the donor or an individual or group whom the donor wishes to memorialize. The endowment will support the salary or part of the salary, or activities directly related to the chair or professorship. These guidelines apply…, Honorific Chairs or Professorships, Honorific chairs or professorships are established by the University without the creation of new funds to support the incumbent's salary. Honorific professorships are of two kinds. One is the lifetime chair, designed to recognize individual distinction for the academic lifetime of that person. The designation changes to "emeritus" upon retirement and expires at the person's death. A second kind…Type: Book page