Reviews recent court decisions on the use of student activity fees. Recent cases continue to affirm the use of fees for purposes related to the educational mission of the institution, while striking down use of fees for purposes representative of specific political or ideological philosophies. (JAC)

In "Smith" the California Supreme Court ruled that the University must provide a partial refund to students objecting to fees used for activities supporting a single political or ideological viewpoint. Surveys prior case law on student fees, agency fees, and integrated bar dues. Discusses "Smith's" impact and contends it should…

Reviews recent court cases relating to student, school, and staff responsiblity regarding student activities. Includes discussions of regulations concerning student participation, limitations on participation based on conduct, charging fees, and liability in injury cases. (MD)

A discussion of court litigation and legal issues concerning mandatory college student activities fees concludes that, if institutional policies are designed and implemented to accommodate the primary purpose of providing educational experiences and opportunities for students, students will have little inclination to force a legal battle over…

As school budgets face serious problems, one area under examination is the cocurricular activities section of the school budget. Many districts are charging user fees to students participating in school sports, band, drama, and even elective courses. Since no direct reference is made to education in the United States Constitution, education is a…

The past and current status of the student activity fee is reviewed from the perspectives of the legislature, state agency or state board of control, case law, and institutional trends. The analysis is based upon four national studies, a review of case law, and a campus model for the administration of student activity fees. Various states have…