Faculty Handbook

3. Releasing and disclosing student’s records

Generally, Rochester Christian University must have written permission from the parent or eligible student before releasing any information from a student’s record. However, the law allows Rochester Christian University to disclose records, without consent, to the following parties:

  • Rochester Christian University employees and Board of Trustee members who have a need to know
  • Certain government officials, in order to carry out lawful functions
  • Appropriate parties, in connection with financial aid to a student
  • Organizations conducting certain studies for Rochester Christian University
  • Accrediting organizations
  • Individuals who have obtained court orders or subpoenas
  • Persons who need to know in cases of health and safety emergencies; and state and local authorities, within a juvenile justice system, pursuant to specific state law