Duke University
Release of Information Policy
Duke University adheres to a policy permitting students access
to their education records and certain financial information. Students may request review of any information
which is contained in their education records and may, using appropriate procedures, challenge the content of
these records. An explanation of the complete policy on education records may be obtained from the Office of
the University Registrar.
No information, except directory information (see below) and
notices about academic progress to parents and guardians, contained in any student records is released to
persons outside the university or to unauthorized persons on the campus, without the written consent of the
student. It is the responsibility of the student to provide the Office of the University Registrar and other
university offices, as appropriate, with the necessary specific authorization and consent.
Directory information includes:
- Name
- Addresses
- Telephone listing
- Email Addresses
- Photograph
- Major field of study
- Participation in officially recognized activities and sports
- Weight and height of members of athletic teams
- Dates of attendance
- Degrees and awards received
- Most recent previous educational institution attended
This information may be released to appear in public documents
and may otherwise be disclosed without student consent unless a written request not to release this information
is filed in the Office of the University Registrar by the end of the first week of classes each term.
For more detailed information concerning Duke's records policies
see "Duke
University Policy and Procedures Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act."
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