Based on a recent lawsuit involving Kinko's Graphics custom-made anthologies resembling university print shop copies, this article examines three liability questions pertaining to the copyright law's fair use standards and accompanying classroom guidelines. Basically, individual teachers must desist from assembling these anthologies without…

Autonomy is the right of self-determination and self-governance of higher education institutions by independent academic boards without state government control. In "Sweezy v. New Hampshire," the U.S. Supreme Court defined a college's four essential freedoms: to determine who may teach, what may be taught and how, and who may be admitted…

Although constitutional limits usually apply only to public institutions, contract law applies to both public and private institutions. By assuming that institutions will be held accountable for all official statements and that public institutions need an informal process ready for certain situations, schools can garner some legal protection.…

Analyzes case law on the denial of tenure after a review. Addresses the following issues: due process, access to reviewed materials and deliberations, authority of the ultimate decision-makers, claimed violations of civil rights, liability claims, and quests for damages. Presents recommendations for making higher education policies and practices…

Among the protective measures against computer viruses that universities should consider are the following: (1) establishment of policies regarding student and faculty conduct; (2) distribution of information; (3) limitations on access to college computers; (4) establishment of operational safeguards; and (5) creation of an emergency action plan.…

Although certain constitutional rights do not apply to private institutions, striking similarities in employment problems exist between public and private colleges. Summarizes court litigation involving constitutional standards, established public policy, contractual problems, and financial exigency. Offers procedures for faculty dismissal that…