All individuals serving as employees or in any non-compensated position (volunteer, intern, etc.) of Cleveland Institute of Art have an ethical and legal responsibility to protect confidential information of the College, its employees and its students, during and after his/her service with the College. Such confidential information includes, for example, information protected by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), financial data, employee, student or alumni information, recruiting procedures, operating procedures, or any other proprietary information acquired through service with the College. 

This information is protected by state and federal privacy laws and must be kept strictly confidential. It is not to be disclosed outside the College and cannot be used except as necessary in the normal course of business. Questions regarding the nature and scope of disclosure of confidential information should be directed to Human Resources. As a condition of employment or a volunteer relationship with Cleveland Institute of Art, individuals are required to acknowledge this obligation by signing a “Confidentiality Agreement.” Violation of this Policy and/or this Agreement will result in discipline, up to and including termination, as well as other possible legal action.