Student Social Media Policy

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Student Social Media Use:

STUDENT SOCIAL MEDIA USE:

  1. Students are expected to consistently demonstrate Bellin College’s values and foundational behaviors in all social media interactions, including those on personal accounts.
  2. Respectful and courteous communication must be maintained at all times.
  3. Students are responsible for content posted on personal accounts.
  4. This policy applies to references about Bellin College, its affiliates, or clinical experiences, even indirectly.
  5. Posting any content that includes patient information, images, or Personal Health Information (PHI), even if the patient is not named, is strictly prohibited.
  6. 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.
  7. Student-run group accounts, such as incoming classes, program groups, etc. must abide by the following guidelines:
    • Be private.
    • Clearly state they are not affiliated with Bellin College.
    • Do not use the Bellin College logo.

STUDENT ORGANIZATION SOCIAL MEDIA USE:

  1. Student organizations may maintain social media accounts representing their group. Each account must:
    • Have login credentials filed with the Bellin College Marketing Department.

Be accessible to the organization’s faculty/staff facilitator.

  • Not use the Bellin College logo unless approved for official use by the marketing department.
    • Be responsible for all content posted on their accounts.
  1. For assistance with graphics or posts, student organizations may contact the Bellin College Marketing Department.
  2. Student clubs may create unofficial social media pages, but these accounts are not to be maintained or officially recognized through the College. These accounts must:
    1. Be private.
    2. Clearly state they are not affiliated with Bellin College.
    3. Not use the Bellin College logo.

REPORTING GUIDANCE:

If a student or employee is concerned about social media misuse, it may be reported to the Bellin College Security Department or submitted through the General Complaint Form found on the Bellin College website.

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.