Right to Privacy (FERPA)
In accord with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, each student has these privacy rights:
- The right to inspect and review information contained in the student’s educational records.
- The right to challenge the contents of the student’s educational records.
- The right to a hearing if the outcome of the challenge is unsatisfactory.
- The right to submit an explanatory statement for inclusion in the educational record if the outcome of the hearing is unsatisfactory.
- The right to prevent disclosure, with certain exceptions, of personally identifiable information.
The University may release directory information without the student's consent unless the student requests that such information not be disclosed. Except for directory information, the University cannot release any information to third parties or non-University personnel (including academic information) about a student without an electronic waiver on file in the registrar’s office. When waivers are filed, they pertain to all terms of enrollment at the University until the student rescinds the permission.
Students will need to complete the Student Consent to Disclosure of Information Form. In the form, the student will be able to select the type of information to be released and which individuals are permitted to have access to that released information.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University may disclose Directory Information without a student's prior written consent. The University designates the following as Directory Information for each student:
- Name
- Address
- Phone Number
- Campus email address
- Major field of study
- Degree sought
- Expected date of completion of degree requirements and graduation
- Degrees and awards received
- Dates of attendance
- Full or part time enrollment status
- Most recent educational agency or institution attended
- Participation in officially recognized activities and sports
- Height and weight of athletic team members
- Other information deemed necessary and approved by administration
It is University policy that home address and home phone number are not released. However, the University reserves the right to release this information. Students must contact the Office of the Registrar if they want this information blocked. Be aware that no information concerning the student will be given out to anyone, including family members and potential employers. In addition, students who have declared privacy are not able to obtain information concerning their own records unless they inquire in person or provide a written request which includes their signature.
Students who desire to retract their request for privacy must submit a written request, which includes their signature, to the MVNU Registrar's Office.