HIED 761 - Higher Education Law

Credit(s): 3
When Offered: As needed

A study of federal and state laws and policy related to institutions of higher education. Students will examine legal and compliance issues facing institutions of higher education. Instruction will cover areas of data and personal privacy (HIPAA and FERPA), disabilities (ADA), student rights and campus safety (Title IX), tort liability, financial compliance (Title IV), and other relevant topics through discussions, projects, research and case studies in higher education.