Under FERPA, Students have the right to inspect and review any and all official records, files, and data pertaining to them (with specific exceptions, a list of which may be obtained from the Registrar’s Office). Students have the opportunity for a hearing to challenge the contents of these records to ensure that the records are accurate and are not in violation of any rights of Students. Students have the right to an explanation and interpretation of these records. In the event that any student believes that the records are inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of his/her privacy, the Student may request the University to amend these records at that time. If the holder of the records decides at that time or within a ten (10) day period not to amend the file, the student may do either or both of the following:
This Community Standards may be reviewed and amended by the Vice President over Student Affairs (or designee). Revisions of this Community Standards shall be communicated to the University community through official email as well as other means of mass communication.
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Kentucky State University encourages a living and learning environment that promotes the health and safety of all members of our community. Alcohol (or other drug) consumption - including excessive consumption, rapid consumption, or consumption by someone with sensitivity - can cause serious physical and neurological harm or be life-threatening. Both Students who are under the influence and students accompanying Students under the influence may encounter alcohol (or other drug) emergencies during their time at college. Students are encouraged to make responsible decisions and to seek medical attention in serious or life-threatening situations that result from alcohol (or other drug) consumption. Sometimes Students are afraid to seek emergency medical care when alcohol (or other drug) poisoning (or overdose) is suspected because they do not want to get themselves or others in trouble. The University has instituted a limited Medical Amnesty Protocol in an effort to address this concern in the first instance where a Student over-consumes alcohol (or other drugs) and seeks medical attention and does not otherwise potentially violate University policies.
The following procedures pertain to the two (2) different types of Students covered by the Amnesty Protocol: Students in need of medical attention, and active bystanders.
The policy may apply when a Student receives emergency medical assistance that is (a) related to the consumption of alcohol (or other drugs), and (b) sought by a person not serving in an official University capacity. The Student will not be required to participate in the KSU student conduct process. KSU Students seeking medical amnesty are required to submit a request within five (5) Days of the incident. If a request is approved, the Student will need to meet with a professional staff member, and may be required to participate in