Publication Date

Spring 2025

Degree Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Education (EdD)

Department

Education

Advisor

Deanna Fassett; Ferdie Rivera; Jennifer Redd

Abstract

This case study examines the contractual agreements between the University of Missouri System and the California State University System with the Educational Advisory Board (EAB), focusing on how these contracts align with institutional student data privacy policies. The research utilizes a Policy Document Analysis approach and explores both universities’ strategic plans, student data privacy guidelines, and the third-party agreements with EAB, using a Contextual Integrity framework to analyze how student data is managed and protected. Through the analysis of these documents, this dissertation investigates whether the flow of student data within the context of these contracts meets institutional privacy standards and broader ethical expectations. The findings highlight areas where the contracts align with privacy goals, as well as areas where discrepancies exist. This study offers critical recommendations for higher education institutions to better protect student data, with an emphasis on improving transparency in communication and safeguarding privacy, particularly for underrepresented students. By analyzing the intersection of contracts, communication, and data privacy, this research provides valuable insights for educational leadership in the context of third-party data use in higher education.

Download

Share

COinS