Computer Account Policies
The following rules apply to all users, and compliance with them may be monitored:

1. Each student is assigned a user account to use while they are an active student at the College (registered for at least one credit course). This account provides access to computer labs, the open lab, student email and Web learning facilities if the student is registered for a Web-enabled class.
   
2. The student is assigned a unique and permanent login name.
   
3. User accounts are created at the start of each term for students registered for at least one credit class in that term. The student retains their permanent login name each time their account is created. A student’s account will be terminated after withdrawal of the student from all classes in a term. All accounts are terminated at the end of each term and new accounts created at the beginning of the subsequent term. When an account is terminated, all information, files, email and any other data the student has stored in their account is deleted and cannot be recovered.
   
4. A separate account is used for student access to the Student Web Access site. This account is permanent and is not terminated.
   
5. Users must only use the computing resources and computer accounts, which have been authorized for their use by the College. Each user is responsible for all activities that take place associated with the use of his or her accounts. Resources may be used only for their authorized purpose and in a manner consistent with the policies of the College.
   
6. Users must not, under any circumstances, attempt to use a computer account or computer resource for which they have not been granted access. The use of or attempt to access unauthorized computing resources is prohibited.
   
7. Users may not authorize others to use their accounts or resources for any reason. It is expected that authorized users will take all necessary precautions (e.g. regular password maintenance, and disconnection from accounts or resources when not in use) to prevent unauthorized access.
   
8. Users must report unauthorized use of their accounts to their instructor, the Academic Network Coordinator, or other appropriate College authority.
   
9. The institution reserves the right to terminate accounts at any time for violations of College policies and procedures. Due process is described in the Student Handbook.

Violations of Policy

• Abuse of computing privileges is subject to disciplinary action. Disciplinary action is governed by the College's discipline policy outlined in the Student Handbook and may include loss of computing privileges and other disciplinary sanctions up to and including dismissal from the College. An abuser of the College's computing resources may also be liable for civil or criminal prosecution.
• It should be understood that nothing in these guidelines precludes enforcement under the laws and regulations of the State of Ohio. For example, if a user is found guilty of committing a crime as outlined in the Ohio statutes relating to criminal mischief, he or she could be subject to criminal penalties.
• If a user violates the College's computer policies, a written record of the violation(s) shall be maintained by the dean of student services and the following consequences can result:
  • Warning: Alerting a student to a regulation with the understanding that any recurrence of the behavior will result in disciplinary action.
  • Loss of Computer Privileges: Limitation or removal of computer privileges and accounts, including restriction from the use of computer facilities for a period specified by Stark State College officials.
  • Restitution for Damages: Reimbursement for repairs to computer-related material, equipment, hardware, software, facilities, and any other cost associated with the violation.
  • Other Consequences: Other disciplinary action may be taken.

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