Knowing the Policies
Learn more about policies and standards below!
Provides the foundation for how É«ÖÐÉ« protects university information and technology resources, outlining shared responsibilities for safeguarding data and systems.
As a É«ÖÐÉ« student, you are responsible for using university technology and information safely and appropriately. This includes protecting any É«ÖÐÉ« data you access, following security rules when using campus systems, and keeping your personal devices secure if they connect to university resources. Misuse or security violations may result in restricted access and can be referred to Student Judicial Affairs. Always handle information responsibly to help protect your privacy and the university’s systems.
Explains appropriate and responsible use of É«ÖÐÉ« electronic communications systems, networks, and devices to ensure secure and ethical use of campus technology.
É«ÖÐÉ« provides email, internet, and other electronic communication systems to support learning and university business. Students may use these systems for academic and limited personal purposes, as long as their use is lawful, appropriate, and does not disrupt university operations or create security risks. Prohibited activities include illegal file sharing, copyright violations, harassment, accessing obscene material, damaging systems, or using university resources for personal commercial gain. While the university respects user privacy, electronic communications may be monitored or accessed under limited legal or security-related circumstances. Violations of this policy may result in loss of access, disciplinary action, or legal consequences.
Learn more about Acceptable Use of É«ÖÐÉ« Electronic Communications Systems
Describes requirements for creating and protecting passwords and using authentication tools to help prevent unauthorized access to É«ÖÐÉ« systems.
É«ÖÐÉ« requires students to use strong, secure passwords to protect university systems and personal information. Passwords must meet complexity standards (such as minimum length and character variety) and should not include personal details or reused passwords from other accounts. Students are responsible for keeping passwords confidential, not sharing or storing them insecurely, and changing them when required (such as during account setup or after account issues). Following these rules helps protect your account, your data, and the university’s network.
Learn more about Password & Authentication Standards
Outlines how university data is classified and the proper ways to store, share, and protect sensitive or confidential information.
É«ÖÐÉ« classifies information based on sensitivity to protect students’ privacy and university data. As a student, this means records such as grades, student ID numbers, login credentials, and medical or financial information must be handled carefully and not shared or stored insecurely. Some information is public, but many student records are considered internal or confidential and are only accessible to authorized individuals. Being mindful of how you access, share, and store information helps protect your privacy and the privacy of others.
Learn more about Information Classification Standards
Provides guidance for securely using cloud-based storage and collaboration tools while protecting university and personal data.
É«ÖÐÉ« provides Microsoft OneDrive for Business as the approved and secure cloud storage option for students. Use it to store and share university-related files, and only share documents with individuals who need access. Avoid using personal cloud services (such as Google Drive, Dropbox, or personal OneDrive) for É«ÖÐÉ« work, especially when handling sensitive information. Do not store personal files in your É«ÖÐÉ« OneDrive account, and review sharing permissions regularly to prevent unintended access.
Learn more about É«ÖÐÉ« Guidelines for Securely Using Cloud File Storage
Explains how and when to report suspected security incidents or data breaches so issues can be addressed quickly and effectively.
This page is used to report situations where É«ÖÐÉ« systems or confidential university information may have been compromised. Examples include lost or stolen university-owned devices, suspected unauthorized access to É«ÖÐÉ« data, or evidence of a system security issue. It is not intended for reporting routine phishing messages or general computer problems. Prompt reporting helps the university assess risk, protect data, and meet legal and regulatory requirements.
Learn more about Report a Security Incident
