By signing this form, I understand that by virtue of employment with the University of Houston-Downtown (or acting as an agent of the University), I may have access to records that contain individually identifiable information, the disclosure of which without student consent is prohibited by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended (FERPA). I acknowledge that I fully understand that the intentional disclosure by me of this information to any unauthorized person could subject me to criminal and civil penalties imposed by law. I further acknowledge that such willful or unauthorized disclosure of this information and any breach of confidentiality or any abuse of my position, including but not limited to alteration of records, destruction of records or other similar acts violates policy of the University and could constitute just cause for disciplinary action including termination of my employment regardless of whether criminal or civil penalties are imposed. I certify that I am aware UH-Downtown/PS 03.A.22 which outlines the policy on the release of student records. I am also aware of the items UHD considers Directory Information under FERPA which can be found online in the UHD Catalog, UHD Student Handbook and UHD Registration & Information Bulletin.