Dx     STANDARDS, POLICIES, & LAWS

On this page, we have gathered several technology-related UVU policies, standards, and guidelines. We also list relevant state laws, federal laws, and government regulations that apply broadly to technology use by UVU employees and students.

APPROPRIATE USE

The following standards, policies, and laws inform or govern the use of university technology (e.g., equipment, systems, and software). These provide guidance as to what is appropriate use and what is not. The university's non-technology policies and codes of conduct should also be consulted.

ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS

The following standards, policies, and laws inform or govern the use of university electronic communications systems. These provide guidance for appropriate electronic communications practices, especially regarding email and spam. The university's non-technology communication policies should also be consulted.

PCI COMPLIANCE 

The following standards, policies, and laws inform or govern how UVU protects credit card and other financial information.

INFORMATION SECURITY

The following standards, policies, and laws protect the university community and create a safe and secure technological environment.

WEB AND INTERNET

The following standards, policies, and laws inform or govern the use of the university's web, social media, and other internet resources. These provide guidance as to what is appropriate and what is not. The university's non-technology policies should also be consulted.

PRIVACY AND DISCLOSURE

The following standards, policies, and laws inform or govern how to maintain private information and how to properly disclose, retain, and dispose of public information. UVU is subject to many laws and regulations ensuring the privacy and appropriate disclosure of all sorts of information. The university's non-technology policies should also be consulted.

GENERAL

In addition to the specific standards, policies, and laws mentioned on this page, UVU employees and students are required to adhere to thousands of other policies, regulations, and laws. Furthermore, standards set by our partner organizations support our ability to provide the best services possible to our students.