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Federal Requirements for Missing Student Notification

Are your institution’s missing student notification policies compliant with federal mandates? In 2010, U.S. Department of Education (ED) regulations on notification requirements took effect with the reauthorization and expansion of the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA).
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Criminal Background Checks of Incoming Students

Background checks can be a useful screening tool for incoming students if institutions develop policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and fairness to applicants and students.
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Firearms and Weapons Policies

Is there a place for guns on campus? This is a not a question for the timid. Opinions are strong, and state legislatures are even weighing in. If your campus permits firearms and weapons, ensure that your policy is comprehensive and that it includes education and enforcement.
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