Policies and Procedures

Fayetteville State University (FSU) is committed to providing educational opportunities to all students and promoting the inclusion of all members of its community. This commitment aligns with laws that ensure equal access to education, including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADAAA) of 2008. The Office of Disability Services serves as a liaison between students with disabilities and the FSU community to help ensure access to programs and services.

Retention & Privacy of Records

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulates disclosure of disability documentation and records maintained by the Office of Disability Services. Information

regarding a student’s disability diagnosis is handled confidentially in accordance with state and federal laws. Under FERPA, Disability Services professional staff are permitted to release information to a school official who has a legitimate educational interest that is specified in his or her position description, that is related to a student’s education, that is related to the discipline of a student, or by student request. Disability documentation and related records will be retained by Disability Services for five (5) years from the last point of contact regarding the student.