The following are links to online resources that may be of assistance to St. Olaf faculty, staff, and students. These reference materials are provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal advice. St. Olaf does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy of the content of the linked sites or for any consequences of their reliance.
Government Websites
Child Welfare and Family Protection
Federal, State and Local Laws, Ordinances and Regulations
Minnesota Administrative Rules
Relevant Legal / Compliance Resources
Campus Legal Information Clearinghouse
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act
Wex Legal Dictionary and Encyclopedia
Higher Education Compliance Alliance
National Association of College and University Attorneys
Congressional Legislative Information – Library of Congress
U.S. Department of Education – Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
U.S. Department of State – Alerts and Travel Warnings
U.S. Department of State – Overview of Export Control System
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
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