Electronic Device Use Cellular phones , PDAs , computers , tablets and other electronic devices must not be used in a manner that causes disruption in the classroom , library , or workplace . Moreover , the University does not allow photographs or video / digital recordings to be taken within any classroom or testing center . Abuse of devices with photographic or recording capabilities , including cameras , recorders , cell phones and tablets for purposes of photographing or documenting test questions or other notes and materials is a violation of the University ’ s Academic Integrity Policy . Additionally , in order to use someone ’ s picture the individual must be aware the Pictor or recording was taken and give approval for its exhibition . The University reserves the right to use University-sanctioned photos and video for University brochures , publications , social media and other purposes .
Photographing or recording individuals in secured areas such as bathrooms , locker rooms , or other areas where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy , and / or taking photographs or recording of an individual against their will is prohibited . Electronic transmission of photographs or recording of any person without the subject ’ s express permission is also prohibited .
In addition , it is also a violation of University policy to record conversations with a tape recorder or other audio recording device ( including a cell phone or tablet ) unless all parties to the conversation give their consent . In the classroom setting , a student may only record classes with the express permission of the instructor as stated in the course syllabus . When permission has been granted by an instructor for the use of an electronic device in the classroom , the student shall employ such device solely in a manner appropriate to the course work and avoid distractions or interruptions to fellow students or the instructor . The course instructor has the discretion to grant either individual or a blanket approval or prohibition for the use of one or more types of electronic devices in the classroom .
Social Networking Policy Gwynedd Mercy University recognizes the importance of social and digital media as both a means of communication and a part of our everyday lives . We support your right to engage in social media activities and encourage you to connect with others who share your interests . This Social and Digital Media policy is aligned with the Core Values of Gwynedd Mercy University .
This Policy consists of both guidelines and rules , which cover all forms and manners of online social and digital media . ( For purposes of this Policy , the terms “ social media ” and “ digital media ” are synonymous .)
Below are just some examples of social networking activities . There are too many examples of social and digital media to list here . So , even though we may not include a specific media category or example below , we emphasize that this Policy includes all forms of online expression .
• Social networking sites : Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn
• Video and photo sharing : Instagram , Snapchat , Vine , YouTube , Flickr , SmugMug
• Weblogs or blogs : Wordpress , Blogger , The Huffington Post , Mashable
• “ Wikis ” or other collaborative Websites designed to enable anyone with access to contribute or modify content : Wikipedia , Digg
• Online forums and discussion boards
• Any other Web sites or applications that allow individual users or entities to publish content on the Internet
Social and Digital Media Expectations
The following expectations apply whether you engage in online activities on or off of school grounds and whether you use your personal computer or our computer hardware . They are designed to keep you safe , and also protect the University and its students , faculty , staff and other stakeholders from harm . We reserve the right to change these expectations from time to time , as we deem appropriate .
• You are solely responsible for anything you publish online . As a member of the GMercyU community , you are expected to read , be familiar with , and abide by all of Gwynedd Mercy University ’ s policies , procedures and other rules that apply to you ( see Computer Use policy ). If you engage in social and digital media , you must follow , and act consistent with , the Computer Use policy , and your conduct and communications may not conflict with any University ’ s standards , whether related to harassment , confidentiality , intellectual property , computer use , or otherwise .
• You may not represent that Gwynedd Mercy University endorses any of your communications or personal opinions and you may not use Gwynedd Mercy University to promote any opinion , belief , product , cause or political candidate . When posting potentially controversial content while also self-identifying as a member of the Gwynedd Mercy University community , please include the statement : “ This is my personal opinion and not that of Gwynedd Mercy University .”
• You may not disclose any of our protected intellectual property or confidential or proprietary information .
• You may not publish any harassing , bullying , disparaging , defamatory , inflammatory or knowingly false material about Gwynedd Mercy University , its students , employees , faculty , administrators , volunteers , guests or anyone else .
• Do not use Gwynedd Mercy University ’ s logo or any of our other marks or images , unless you obtain our written permission first , and abide by all copyright laws . You must also refrain from posting original or altered copyrighted images online .
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