HED 626 Legal Issues in Higher Education

This course examines legal issues affecting higher education institutions in the United States. Students explore the sources and history of higher education law, legal policy, and rights and responsibilities of students, faculty, administrators, governing boards, and institutions. Issues covered include academic freedom and intellectual property; employment relationships; student access, academic, and disciplinary issues; and the complex interplay among history, culture, tradition, and the law. Pre-requisite(s): HED 600 and RES 600; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours