Office of Student Life

Security

Security Team

Please contact anyone on the security team if you have information security questions or concerns.

Resources

  • cybersecurity.osu.edu – This site provides information on how to protect personal and university data, along with information on security policies, standards and services.
  • Student Life Technology Services Information Security Practices – The Information Security Manual establishes practices, procedures, and guidelines for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Student Life information resources.
  • Student Life Technology Services Incident Response Plan – The purpose of this document is to clearly communicate the practices and procedures for detecting and responding to information security incidents involving any of the departments within the Office of Student Life.

Security Trainings Available in Buckeye Learn

Institutional Data Policy: Protecting Institutional Data FY27

When you have completed this 13-minute course, you will be able to:

  • Understand what the Institutional Data policy is and why it's important
  • Identify the four types of data classifications and why some need more protection than others
  • Use the IDP Calculator to find how data is classified
  • Use AI tools ethically and securely
  • Report any actual or suspected data exposures

Security Awareness

When you have completed this 7-minute course, you will be able to:

  • Report suspicious emails and potential IT security incidents
  • Understand your role in protecting Ohio State’s digital environment
  • Comply with university policies about computing resources.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act at Ohio State

After you complete this course, you will be able to:

  • State your responsibility to maintain the privacy of student information and comply with FERPA and Ohio State policies;
  • Explain who is considered a student and what their FERPA rights are;
  • Identify a student educational record and when information can and cannot be released