Welcome to BroncoDirectMe! This Terms of Service ("Terms") outlines the terms and conditions governing the use of BroncoDirectMe's services, particularly with respect to the storage and handling of student information under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Please read these Terms carefully before using our services. By accessing or using BroncoDirectMe, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
BroncoDirectMe is a platform that provides educational services such as course registration information from RateMyProfessor and CPPScheduler. This document focuses on the storage of student information for the Degree Progress Report page in compliance with FERPA.
FERPA is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. BroncoDirectMe is committed to complying with FERPA and protecting the confidentiality and security of student information. As a student-led project, BroncoDirectMe wants to err on the side of caution when handling sensitive student education records.
See the following links for more information concerning the legality of FERPA in BroncoDirectMe:
- To which educational agencies or institutions does FERPA apply?
- Is prior written consent of the parent or eligible student required to disclose information to community-based organizations?
- Who is responsible for obtaining written consent from the parent or eligible student: the school or the community-based organization?
BroncoDirectMe may collect and store various types of student information, including but not limited to:
- Course registration and enrollment information
The collection and storage of student information are solely for the purpose of facilitating educational services, including academic advising and course registration.
We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of student records. BroncoDirectMe will store your student information in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). This means that your information will be kept confidential and will not be shared with anyone without your permission. The data will be stored locally, meaning all confidential data will be stored on your computer’s browser and not on a cloud server.
BroncoDirectMe will not share your student information with any third parties. This means that your information will not be sold or given to other companies without your permission.
BroncoDirectMe will not retain student information longer than necessary for its intended purpose. You have the right to have your student information deleted from BroncoDirectMe if you no longer wish to use the service. You can request to have your student information deleted at any time, and it will be deleted immediately.
BroncoDirectMe reserves the right to update these Terms to reflect changes in applicable laws, regulations, or our services. Users will be notified of any material changes to these Terms.
For questions or concerns regarding these Terms or the storage of student information under FERPA, please contact BroncoDirectMe.
By using BroncoDirectMe, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to these Terms of Service regarding the storage of student information under FERPA. Failure to comply with these Terms may result in disciplinary actions, including but not limited to legal consequences.
Effective Date: September 25th, 2023