Issue 2, 2026

Welcome

Welcome to our April 2026 issue of The Academic Advisor -- our education law insights e-newsletter. While spring semester/term is winding down and summer planning is already underway, the pace of legal change for the education sector remains steady.

In this edition, we address a variety of topics that may impact your institution, including:

• A status update on compliance with the Stop Campus Hazing Act;
• The push for the Department of Education to redefine “professional” students;
• How to address unsanctioned data before it becomes a FERPA issue;
• How the federal government is addressing online AI safety for children;
• Construction details that impact campus security;
• How private Ohio colleges are jointly addressing federal education changes; and
• What Pennsylvania is trying to do to boost enrollment.

We also want to invite you to join us for our upcoming SuperVision Labor & Employment Symposium in Charleston, West Virginia on June 18, 2026:

2026 Workplace Masterclass: L&E Compliance, AI, & the Brave New Employment Landscape : A fast-moving, high-impact seminar for employers navigating the modern workplace. Join Spilman attorneys for our full-day SuperVision Symposium, designed to inspire confidence in navigating complex employment decisions. This complimentary symposium is tailored for business owners, C-suite executives, HR professionals, and anyone who manages employees. Dive into a day of valuable insights on employment topics such as...

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