The New York State Legislature passed a law
limiting the use of student Social Security numbers by all levels
of public and private educational institutions. The legislation is
effective July 1, 2001.
All faculty, staff and students at the
College at Oneonta will be assigned a unique identification
number.
The identification number will be used on all
reports or documents where Social Security Numbers had previously
been used unless a Social Security Number is essential. For
example, this legislation does not restrict the routine use of
student Social Security numbers as permitted or required by law,
in connection with such activities as admission and transfer of
students, official transcripts, student employment, and the
administration of student financial aid.
All questions regarding the use of student
Social Security numbers should be directed to the College
Registrar.
