Technology Acceptable Use Policies

Corpus Christi College is committed to the effective use of technology to enhance the quality of student learning and the efficiency of the College’s operations. Accordingly, several computers are available for use on campus, and the campus has a wireless network for those wishing to use portable computers and other electronic devices.

The College encourages the use of technology appropriate for the environment of a Catholic undergraduate college, discourages harmful practices, and sets penalties for those who choose to violate the policy. Members of the Corpus Christi community should remember that access to technology is a privilege, not a right.

Technology resources are defined as any electronic tool, device, program, or system that aids the educational environment and prepares the user for new roles in learning, living and working in a technological world. Examples of such technology include, but are not limited to, all computer hardware and software; personal digital assistants including Palms, pocket PCs, cell phones, pagers; analog and digital networks; electronic (e-mail) mail systems, and communication technologies; telecommunications technology; servers, routers, hubs, switches, and Internet gateways; and all related and forthcoming systems and new technology. It should be noted that personally owned devices are included in the Acceptable Use Policy when on campus or connected to the school infrastructure.

Prohibited Uses

Members of the Corpus Christi Community May Not Use Technology:

  1. to communicate with others during class time via e-mail, cell phone, pager or other electronic device, unless express permission is given by the instructor

  2. to engage, during class time, in any research, work, or Internet "surfing" not authorized by the instructor

  3. to record any lecture, tutorial, workshop or other type of class without first obtaining the instructor's consent

  4. to duplicate, store or transmit copyrighted material that violates copyright law

  5. to access, upload, download, create, distribute, use or transmit abusive, slanderous, libelous, prejudicial, sexually explicit, pornographic or otherwise inappropriate language or material

  6. to harass, bully or threaten another individual

  7. to vandalize, damage, alter, or disable property of Corpus Christi College

At the instructor’s discretion, the use of technology in the classroom may be restricted.