the recruit through the social networking site. All other electronically transmitted correspondence including, but not limited to, text messaging, Instant Messenger, chat rooms or message boards [e.g., a user’s wall] within a social networking Web site or through other services or applications remain impermissible.
Twitter has also become a popular recruiting tool in college athletics. Tweeting is permissible as long as coaches are not using it to contact individual prospective students and are abiding by the standard recruiting rules such as not discussing specific recruits or contacting them when it is not permissible.
All persons involved with KSU Athletics must be mindful of any actions that may cause the Department and/or the University to be viewed negatively. Each of us represents the Department and the University; therefore, we must remain attentive to the fact that we are ALWAYS in public. Social media has changed the way we communicate, and though fascinating, this avenue can be dangerous if not used responsibly. While the Department supports use of the various communication and networking tools, it is imperative that we consider our colleagues, teammates, family, friends and others while engaging in social media networking/blogging.
Each administrator, coach and student-athlete must adhere to the following guidelines set forth by the Department. If you have questions, please contact your sport administrator or the sports information director.