Federal requirements mandate the protection of student academic records. FERPA applies to all schools receiving funding from the Department of Education. The University's federally awarded financial aid funding could be revoked for non-compliance.
As an employee of the University of Memphis (or acting as an agent of the University), I am aware that the data and materials to which I may have access are to be treated in a professional and confidential manner. I agree herein, as a consideration of my employment, that I will not disclose or cause to be disclosed any such confidential information gained in the course of my employment at any time. Such information includes, but is not limited to, student records to which I have access.
I certify that I am aware of the
University Policy/Procedure, AA3022, “Privacy of Education Records," which covers the confidentiality of student records, the improper release of information, and the improper alteration or destruction of student records. I further understand that I am responsible for reading and complying with all requirements of this procedure.
I understand that it is my responsibility to safeguard the confidentiality of my password to the Administrative Computer System. Access to the Administrative Computer System and to the Banner Student System application system is for my exclusive use in carrying out my responsibilities at the University of Memphis. Access is not to be shared with any other person. Furthermore, information derived from Banner Student System is not to be shared with others except in the course of authorized University business.
I also understand that I may not adjust my own record, a relative’s record, or a co-worker’s record, or enter or delete any data outside the area of my employment responsibility.
I am aware that any breach of the confidentiality of this material or any abuse of my position, including but not limited to alteration of records, destruction of records or other similar acts, may result in disciplinary action or constitute a basis for termination of employment.