Social Media and Internet Guidelines
Marymount Manhattan College strives to foster a community that promotes civility and respect, recognizes the varying beliefs and practices of others, and celebrates inclusiveness where students can develop an appreciation of diversity in the community. Engaging online can be a convenient way to champion MMC’s shared values and to connect with others in the MMC community.
When posting on any social media platform, please keep in mind the following:
- MMC policies do extend to social media. We promote respectful, open dialogue and civil and fair treatment of others. The College does not tolerate harassment, derogatory or insulting statements, threatening or intimidating comments/messages, fraudulent behavior, defamation, discriminatory speech and actions, prejudicial statements, or violent behavior.
- It may be tempting to use social media to air grievances. Before you express negative sentiments publically, take a moment to consider the situation. Can you instead send an email to a professor or ask for a face-to-face meeting with a staff member? If you wouldn’t say it to someone in person, don’t say it online.
- Disciplinary action will be taken for comments, pictures, videos, posts, statements, information, or other items that reflect poor judgment, choices, or actions inconsistent with MMC’s Student Code of Conduct and/or Community Standards.
- Many employers check social networks before they grant an interview. Similarly, graduate schools care about a potential student’s online reputation. Keep your social media feeds free of negative content.
- Evidence of violations within the residence halls will be referred to the Office of Residence Life.
- Out of care and concern, social media posts that may demonstrate a need for mental health assistance or support will also be addressed.
Students are asked to adhere to the following guidelines regarding social media platforms:
- Marymount Manhattan College’s identity, such as the College name, colors, and emblems (logos, mascot, etc.) cannot be used without written permission from the Office of Institutional Advancement. Students cannot create or develop social media accounts, profiles, or initiatives bearing MMC’s name or likeness unless written permission is obtained from the Office of Institutional Advancement.
- Students are advised to be aware that the information they post/share online or is posted/shared online by others becomes public information that may be viewed by their parents/guardians, relatives, future employers, professors, administrators, media outlets, etc.
- If the College receives information via social media/internet/online that the law or College policy has been violated/potentially violated by a student, such allegations will be investigated through the student conduct process as outlined in the Code of Conduct.
- Be mindful of copyright and intellectual property rights of others and the College policies regarding those rights.
MMC Engage
MMC Engage should be used for its intended purpose of having access to campus news, upcoming events, and networking with other students, MMC staff, and faculty right at your fingertips.
- The Human Element: It can be easy to forget that behind the screen are real people who view all the comments and photos posted. Before posting anything, ask yourself if it’s appropriate, if you would have an issue if someone else had written it, and if you would have made the same comments face to face.
- Check Yourself: While social media can feel informal, MMC Engage is still a college-run platform. You should remain professional in your communication.
- Respect People’s Time: While you might expect instant messaging to result in instant responses, keep in mind that not everyone has access to their MMC Engage app at all times. Some may be in classes or meetings and will need time to respond to messages.
- Valuable Content: Before you post, think about the value of your content. Is it beneficial? Would it be considered spam?
- College Sponsored Space: Violations of College policies on MMC Engage will be referred through the Code of Conduct.
For more information, please visit: MMC Engage • Student Development and Activities • Marymount Manhattan College (mmm.edu)