Disclaimer
Content Disclaimer:
- All information provided in official Pittsburg State University Web sites is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute a legal contract between the University and any person or entity unless otherwise specified. Information on official University web sites is subject to change without prior notice. Although every reasonable effort is made to present current and accurate information, Pittsburg State University makes no guarantees of any kind.
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Health-Related Content Disclaimer:
- Health-related topics found on any University page should not be used for diagnosing purposes or be substituted for medical advice. As with any new or ongoing treatment, always consult your professional healthcare providers before beginning any new treatment. It is your responsibility to research the accuracy, completeness, and usefulness of all opinions, services, and other information found on the site, and to consult with your professional health care provider as to whether the information can benefit you. Pittsburg State University assumes no responsibility or liability for any consequence resulting directly or indirectly for any action or inaction you take based on or made in reliance on the information, services, or material on or linked to this site.
- Since medical developments occur daily, this site may contain outdated material. While Pittsburg State University makes every reasonable effort to present current and accurate information, no guarantee of any kind is made. Pittsburg State University is not liable for any damage or loss related to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of any information contained on this site.
- Any links to external Web sites and/or non-Pittsburg State University information provided on university Web pages or returned from university Web search engines are provided as a courtesy. They should not be construed as an endorsement by Pittsburg State University of the content or views of the linked materials.
- The Copyright Agent for Pittsburg State University is: Darren Farha, General Counsel, 218A Russ Hall, 620-235-4136.
Privacy Statement
- We Don't Sell Your Contact Information
- Statistical Logs Kept
- Cookies Used to Preserve Settings
- Security Programs Running
- Security Precautions You Should Take
- Alternate Ways to Submit Information
- Other Sites Have Different Policies
- Protecting Children's Privacy
- Changing Your Information
- Related Policies
- Health Information Privacy
Pittsburg State University has created this statement to demonstrate our firm commitment to your privacy. This document explains how we gather, use, and protect your information.
We Don't Sell Your Contact Information
While using this site, you may choose to submit personal information through email or online forms, or by creating an account with the Gorilla User System (GUS). We will use this information to process your requests, but we will not intentionally sell, share, or distribute your personal information to third parties, except as required by law or university policy.
The University uses reporting programs to collect data about visitor traffic to our site. We do not attempt to personally identify visitors. Instead we collect data to analyze in aggregate to determine trends and improve our sites. Here are some examples of the types of data we routinely collect:
- Internet address of computer
- Web browser type
- Referring web page
- Date, time, and length of visit
- etc...
This statistical and analytical information helps us to improve our site and better serve our visitors without comprimising your security or identity.
Some University sites require the use of cookies (bits of data passed by your browser to our site). For instance, the GUS portal uses cookies to remember password and menu settings. You may also use a cookie to retain settings from your site visits, such as the font size of the page, or things like calendar filters. The web sites analytics software also uses cookies to help analyze your site usage (in a secure and anonymous fashion). If you prefer not to receive cookies, you can turn them off in your browser or set your browser to ask you before accepting new cookies.
We have put in place appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and help prevent unauthorized access, to assist in maintaining data security, and to assist in correctly using the information we collect online. We do not intentionally release personal information gleaned from these programs to other third parties, except as required by law.
Security Precautions You Should Take
Although we make every effort to secure our networks, the University cannot guarantee privacy of online communications. Use discretion in providing information in online classes, chatrooms, or other open forums on the Web. If you use GUS to access personal records, be sure to "lock up" when you leave by exiting (or logging off) the site AND closing your browser. This is especially true at public terminals of any kind, as the next person to use the computer may be able to see your information.
Alternate Ways to Submit Information
You have a choice about whether to provide personal information online. For other options, contact the [ALTERNATE CONTACT POINT PERSON] and learn how you can provide information by phone, mail, fax or in person.
Other Sites Have Different Policies
This site contains links to other independently managed Pittsburg State University sites (such as ANGEL). Some may use information for purposes other than stated above; be sure to read their separate privacy statements. Pittsburg State University sites also contain links to sites outside the university; these sites may have their own privacy statement, or possibly none at all. We urge you to exercise caution when providing personal data to any site. Check their policies and contact them if you have questions. Pittsburg State University cannot be held liable for the content or behavior of web sites outside of its owned and operated domain names. For a list of Pittsburg State University controlled web sites, contact the webmaster.
We encourage parents to explore our website with their children. If we learn that a child under age 13 has provided personally identifiable information to our sites, we will promptly remove this from our files. For more on children's privacy rights, read about about the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act at the FTC's website.
To review or change your personal profile information (address, home phone, e-mail), log in to GUS.
The University, and those who work, teach, and learn here, value the privacy of the health information you provide us. The [OFFICE NAME IN CHARGE OF HIPAA] website explains how we handle the personal information that you share with us as a patient, health/benefits plan member, or participant in a research study. The website also provides information explaining the rights you have regarding that information and how to exercise those rights. We provide the notices to make you aware of these practices and to comply with the law, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996.
University policies are subject to change. We encourage you to check back for updates from time to time. If you have additional questions about this privacy statement, we invite you to contact:
University Webmaster
213 Russ Hall
1701 South Broadway
Pittsburg, KS 66762
webmaster@pittstate.edu