Students with access to LionPATH can submit a request to remove the action of withholding directory information with the Change Directory Info (FERPA) form in LionPATH. In addition to verifying your student information, you also must upload a clear and valid photo ID to your request.
Prior or current students who do not have access to LionPATH must submit their request using the Request to Remove the Action of Withholding Directory Information form on the Office of the University Registrar website.
The following instructions detail how to submit a request to remove the action of withholding directory information in LionPATH.
To access the Change Directory Info form, log into LionPATH and click the "Academic Records" button.
You will first see important information about the confidentiality of student educational records and the definition of directory information. Carefully read this information, and then click the "Next" button.
In order to continue with the request, you must first acknowledge that you understand the consequences of your decision to release your directory information. After carefully reading the content on the screen, click the "I Agree" button to continue.
Verify that the student information is correct.
Next, a clear and valid photo identification must be uploaded to your request. To attach your photo ID, click the "Upload" button.
After submitting your request, a confirmation screen acknowledging receipt of your request to release directory information will appear. An email notification also will be sent to your official Penn State email account.
Your request will be reviewed and processed by the Office of the University Registrar within 1-2 business days.