Protect Confidential Information

Security of confidential data is of utmost importance at CSU, Chico. By law, most student information is confidential. Be cautious with any private data, and store as little on your computer or in unlocked areas as possible.

Do not keep social security or credit card numbers on your workstation or on your desk. Do not post social security numbers or grades in any public location or on the Internet. Confidential grade posting is possible through your WebCT course. See Faculty WebCT Resources.

When the security of personal information is believed to be breached, hundreds of hours of both university and outside staff time are involved in investigating and repairing the breach and notifying those affected.

Each faculty, staff, and student user of CSU, Chico's computer communications systems is responsible for the material that he or she chooses to send or display using the campus computing/communications resources. All data processed is considered sensitive and/or confidential. Anyone utilizing/accessing university computer systems, related data files, and information shares the responsibility for the security, integrity, and confidentiality of information. For more information see the Policy on Use of Computing and Communications Technology EM 97-18.

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