Student Social Media Use:
- Students are expected to consistently demonstrate Bellin College’s values and foundational behaviors in all social media interactions, including those on personal accounts.
- Respectful and courteous communication must be maintained at all times.
- Students are responsible for content posted on personal accounts if it references Bellin College, its affiliates, or clinical experiences, even indirectly. Posting any content that includes patient information, images, or Personal Health Information (PHI), even if the patient is not named, is strictly prohibited.
- Misuse of social media—including but not limited to unprofessionalism, bullying, substance abuse, illegal activity, harassment, discrimination, hate speech, or any content that reflects poorly on the College—may result in investigation and disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Some violations may also carry legal consequences under state or federal law, such as HIPAA violations or threats.
- Student-ran account pages not affiliated with official student organizations, such as Facebook, X, or Instagram accounts used to connect students or highlight an incoming class, must be private and clearly state they are not affiliated with Bellin College.
Student Organization Social Media Use:
- Student organizations may maintain social media accounts representing their group. Each account must:
- Have login credentials filed with the Campus Life Coordinator.
- Be accessible to the organization’s faculty/staff facilitator.
- Not use the Bellin College logo unless approved for official use.
- Be responsible for all content posted on their accounts.
- For assistance with graphics or posts, student organizations may contact the Bellin College Marketing Department.
Reporting Guidance:
If a student or employee is concerned about social media misuse, it may be reported to the Director of Campus Safety and Compliance or submitted through the General Complaint Form found on the Bellin College website.
Investigations will be led by the Director of Campus Safety and Compliance in collaboration with the appropriate Associate Dean, Program Director, or designated personnel. Individuals who witness or receive reports of student social media violations should promptly notify the Director of Campus Safety and Compliance and provide any relevant documentation or evidence.
Following investigation, students may be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to the Student Behavior Conduct Hearing Procedures, the Student Performance Notification (SPN) Policy, and the Bias Incident Policy. Disciplinary outcomes may range from warnings to dismissal, depending on the severity and nature of the violation.