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U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Affirmative Action in College Admissions: How the Decision Impacts Institutions of Higher Education

September 06, 2023

By George C. Hlavac, Esq., and Shanna R. Fegely, Esq.

On June 29, 2023, in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College and Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. University of North Carolina, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the affirmative action policies at Harvard College and the University of North Carolina. The court’s decision striking down race-based college and university admissions policies and programs will have sweeping and immediate consequences for higher education throughout the country. Read more.

Avoiding Potential Legal Pitfalls Associated With AI Use

Many URR and career services functions are using artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline their processes and enhance their operations. However, there are potential legal risks adopters should consider as they move from dipping their toes into the AI pool to fully diving in. Read more.

Preemployment Drug Testing and the Legalization of Medical and Recreational Marijuana

By Shanna Fegely, Esq., and George C. Hlavac, Esq.

Historically, employers conducted preemployment drug testing to promote a drug-free work environment and safe working conditions for all employees. Applicants who tested positive for prohibited substances, including marijuana, were generally excluded from further consideration for employment. However, as more states legalize the use of medicinal or recreational marijuana, employers are facing difficult decisions regarding their preemployment drug testing policies. Read more.

FERPA Primer: The Basics and Beyond

FERPA was enacted to protect the privacy of students and their parents. It is designed to ensure that students and their parents can access the student’s education records and challenge the content or release of such records to third parties. This article summarizes the key points of FERPA, notes the 2008 and 2011 changes to the act, and highlights how career services practitioners can ensure their institutions and offices are in compliance. Read more.

H-1B Visas: Basic Rules for the Most Common U.S. Work Visa

August 15, 2022

The H-1B visa enables employers to hire international workers for positions requiring specific degrees. Read more.

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