• University Response: KSU strives to respond to comments in a timely manner during business hours and forwards questions to the appropriate offices. The decision to respond to negative comments is made on a case-by-case basis.
  • Emergency Communications: In the event of an emergency, official messaging will be shared via KSU's primary channels. KSU-affiliated accounts should only share these original, official posts in their entirety and without embellishment.

Personal Use of Social Media by Employees

  • Disclaimer Required: Employees should not blend their personal and institutional voices. When posting on personal platforms, employees should identify their views as their own and not those of the KSU. An example disclaimer is: "The postings on this site are my own and do not represent the views, positions, or opinions of Kentucky State University."

• Adhere to University Policies:

  • Personal use of social media on KSU equipment should be limited to breaks and lunchtimes.
  • Employees must comply with all KSU policies, including those regarding professionalism, harassment, and discrimination.
  • Users are personally responsible and can be held personally liable for commentary that is considered defamatory, obscene, or libelous.
  • No Expectation of Privacy: There is no expectation of privacy when using KSU equipment or networks. KSU reserves the right to monitor or limit access when a violation of policy or law is suspected.
  • Protect Confidential Information: Employees shall not use social media to disclose any confidential information regarding KSU, its students, or employees. This includes complying with all federal requirements such as FERPA.

Violations and Sanctions

Non-compliance with this regulation will be addressed on a case-by-case basis, consistent with Human Resources policies and the Student Code of Conduct, and may result in sanctions including, but not limited to:

  • Limitation or revocation of rights to administer a university-affiliated social media account.
  • Removal of posts or entire accounts.
  • Corrective or disciplinary actions, up to and including dismissal.

REFERENCES AND RELATED MATERIALS:

  • Appropriate Use of Technology Policy
  • KSU Brand Identity Standards and Editorial Stylebook