Erin Discussion:

Week One Discussion

Due to the evolving nature of higher education and the impact that laws have had on higher education throughout history, it is important to comprehend the impact that laws have on the institution of higher education. Higher education is driven by the laws and standards that have been set in place by the government (Kaplin & Lee, 2014).

Sources of Law

A great example of a law that has shaped higher education is Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972. This law regulates that, “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance,” (Title Ix Of The Education Amendments Of 1972, 2015). This act has allowed organizations such as LGBTQ+ organizations on campuses throughout the United States with no penalty to it’s students.

Costs and Benefits

Like any industry, higher education is bound to feel both the restrictions and growing pains that come with the law. Some laws are set in place to inspire growth and acceptance, such as the LGBTQ+ community and the regulations set by Title IX. This has been a large factor in students feeling safe on campus and being able to express themselves and find a community while attending school. In other cases, laws can feel like a road block. While higher education does benefit from being regulated and governed, these do not come without a financial cost to the institution such as administration, and people on campus to keep these regulations in place. This can increase the need for funding, and cause discomfort on campus with those who may not agree with certain regulations being put in place.

Kaplin, W. A. & Lee, B. A. (2014). The law of higher education. (5th ed.). Indianapolis, IN:

John Wiley and Sons.

Title Ix Of The Education Amendments Of 1972. (2015). Justice.gov. Retrieved 31 October 2019, from https://www.justice.gov/crt/title-ix-education-amendments-1972In continuing the discussion, comment on the posts of your classmates and provide additional or alternative examples as warranted.

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