should not be created or downloaded using Davis College’s systems. • Users are to respect and practice the principles of community. This includes abiding by Davis College’s code of conduct. Users should not intentionally access, transmit, copy or create any material that is illegal or obscene, and they shall not use resources to further other acts that are criminal. Users shall comply with Davis College policies regarding sexual, racial, and other forms of harassment. Consequences for Violation Davis College network administrators and their authorized employees maintain the right to monitor the use of information technology resources to help ensure that uses are secure and in conformity with this policy. Administrators reserve the right to examine, use, and disclose any data found on the college’s information networks to further the health, safety, discipline, or security of any student, employee, or to protect property (physical and intellectual). Any suspected violations of this policy will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. If it is determined that a user has violated one or more of the above use regulations, disciplinary action may occur. • Disciplinary action may include suspension, restriction of access, or more severe penalties up to and including termination of employment (in regards to employees) or expulsion (in regards to students). • Where illegal activities or theft of college property (physical and intellectual) are suspected, Davis College may report such activities to the applicable authorities. II. WORD OF LIFE COMPUTER USAGE POLICIES Word of Life Bible Institute provides students with access to network and computing resources as an integral part of the educational environment. Students using these resources should do so responsibly in ways that are consistent with the school’s mission and objectives. Word of Life Bible Institute reserves the right to mandate and enforce appropriate regulations to that end. Enforcement of these regulations may involve the monitoring of stored files and electronic transmissions such as email and website accesses. Use of Word of Life’s network and computer equipment constitutes agreement with these regulations and monitoring activities.
A. Definitions The following definitions and descriptions will be considered when discussion acceptable use:
1. Word of Life Computer Network: This is a network infrastructure comprised of computers and network equipment provided for the purpose of communication, sharing files, fulfilling academic coursework requirements, Internet access, etc. This network can be accessed by faculty, staff, and students when authorization is granted. 2. User account: Word of Life provides each student with a unique user account while enrolled at the Institute. This is used to access computers, online resources, email, academic systems and other tools that are provided to student success. 3. Privacy: Each student’s account is as confidential as the student mandates through his or her usage practices. Since Word of Life owns the network equipment, Word of Life reserves the right to examine any and all information accessed by the student. This includes emails, instant messages, network traffic, stored files, internet sites visited, etc. 4. Office 365: Word of Life provides students with an Office 365 account while enrolled at the Institute. This provides students with their user account, email, instant messaging, word processing, presentation, and other tools that facilitate student success. Use of this system must comply with all policies and our code of conduct. 5. Canvas LMS: The Canvas LMS (Learning Management System) is a resource that gives much information about the Bible Institute, including daily scheduling, meal menus, class notes, etc. It is a valuable tool for keeping up to date on the happenings around the Bible Institute. 6. Word of Life Student Portal: The Student Portal is a web-based center for student resources such as the Library, Tech Support, Student Directories, Health and Security information, Financial Services, and Grades and Transcripts.
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