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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)  grants “eligible students” (students who have enrolled in an institution of higher education, regardless of age) the right to:

  • Be notified of their FERPA rights annually (students at McNeese are notified through the catalog).
  • Inspect and review their education records; however, the university is not required to provide copies of any part of the education record unless the student resides too far away to come to campus to inspect.
  • Amend records they believe are inaccurate or misleading.
  • Authorize the release of non-directory information, as well as prevent the release of directory information if they so choose.

Directory Information at McNeese

Directory information at McNeese includes a student’s:

  • Name
  • Address
  • Telephone number
  • Email address
  • Date and place of birth
  • Major field of study and classification
  • Enrollment status (full-time or part-time and/or undergraduate or graduate)
  • Photograph
  • Participation in officially recognized activities and sports
  • Weight and height of athletes
  • Dates of attendance
  • Degrees, awards, and/or honors received
  • Most recent previous educational institution attended

School officials with a legitimate educational interest may access a student’s education record without the student's prior consent. This may include advisors accessing transcripts for advising appointments or departments accessing transcripts for degree audits, access needed for disciplinary action, or to provide a service or benefit such as healthcare, counseling, or job placement. Legitimate educational interest does not encompass curiosity.

There are penalties for a school that violates FERPA and does not willingly cooperate with the corrections given by the Family Policy Compliance Office (FPCO) of the Department of Education. If the corrections are not made within the specified timeframe, the Secretary of Education may direct that no federal funds be made available to the institution.

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Ashley Bass

I am a McNeese graduate with a bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Science and a concentration in Child and Family Studies. As a student, I competed on the rodeo team and served on the SGA board. I earned my master’s degree in 2022 from the University of South Dakota in Educational Administration and Leadership with a concentration in Adult and Higher Ed. I have over 13 years of experience in adult education and 20 years of educational experience.

My favorite part of being a Freshman Advisor is helping students navigate their new life routine as a college freshman by offering support with in-person office visits or by email to help students meet their goals. I always remind students of my favorite BB King quote – “Education is one thing no one can ever take away from you.”  I believe that supporting students is vital to a student's success.

In my spare time, I raise registered American Brahman cattle, and I enjoy all the "country girl" things like hunting, fishing, growing a garden and cooking.

ADVISOR FOR:
  • College of Liberal Arts (excluding music)
  • Burton College of Education (ELEM and EDPR majors)