Notification of Parents Regarding Disciplinary Action

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), permits colleges and universities to inform the parents/guardians of students less than 21 years of age when their son/daughter has been found in violation of university alcohol and drug regulations. Texas A&M University-Kingsville may notify the parents/guardians of students less than 21 years of age under the following circumstances:

1. If found to have committed a serious violation of the alcohol or drug policy;
2. After a second violation of the university alcohol or drug policy;
3. When a student endangers his or someone’s health or welfare through the use of alcohol or drugs;
4. When a drug or alcohol violation results in the termination of the student’s housing

The parents of students who find themselves in this situation may be sent a letter by the Dean of Students or designee indicating that their son/daughter has committed a violation and been issued a disciplinary sanction. The disciplinary sanction may require that the son/daughter be enrolled in an alcohol education program presented by Student Health and Wellness. Serious violations of alcohol and drug abuse may result in assessment and basic intervention by a counselor in Student Health and Wellness and/or referral for counseling and treatment by an agency or professional outside the university. In very serious situations, suspension or expulsion from the university may occur.

Parents may also be notified of other concerns about students’ behaviors, health or academic progress if a health or safety emergency involves their son or daughter.