In support of its mission of teaching, research, public service and patient care, this policy contains the governing philosophy for regulating faculty, student, and staff use of the University's information technology resources. It spells out the general principles regarding the appropriate use of equipment, software, and networks. By adopting this policy, the University recognizes that all members of the University are also bound by local, state, and federal laws relating to copyrights, security, and other statutes regarding electronic media. Policy All members of the University community who use the University's computing, information, and communication resources must act responsibly. Every user is responsible for the integrity of these resources under their control.
Information technology provides important means of communication, both public and private.
The principle of freedom of speech will apply to public communications in all these forms. Access to the University's information technology facilities is a privilege granted to University students, faculty and staff. The University reserves the right to extend, limit, restrict, or deny privileges and access to its information resources. Individuals other than University faculty, staff, and students may be permitted access to information as long as such access does not violate any license or contractual agreement, University policy, or any federal, state, county, or local law or ordinance. University facilities and accounts are to be used for the activities or purposes for which they are assigned.