Indiana State University Privacy Statement

Effective Date: 11/11/2024

Indiana State University (“Indiana State University”) understands the importance of your privacy. This Privacy Statement applies to all our interactions with our website visitors, including when you visit our website, participate in our educational, recruiting, informational, or marketing events, request information from us, or when you sign up for a tour. (collectively, the “Services”).

Our Privacy Statement describes our collection of information during your interactions with our Services, and the rights and choices you have regarding your information.

By using our website or any of our Services, you agree with the terms of this Privacy Statement and our Terms of Use. Depending on your activities when visiting our website or other interactions with us, you may be required to agree to additional terms and conditions.

Information Collection

Indiana State University collects data, including Personal Information, about you. “Personal Information” means information that can reasonably be identified with an individual or household. In the previous twelve months, we have collected various types of information from different sources, including:

  • Browsing Information. Automatically collected when you visit our website. This includes IP address, browser type, device ID, operating system, and cookie ID.
  • Contact Information. Provided at events, via email, online forms, or job applications. This includes name, contact details, address, email, and phone number.
  • Prospective Student Information. Information from applications and contact forms, including identification, contact information, and information related to ethnic origin, if disclosed.
  • Job Applicant Information. Collected from job applications and forms for potential candidates.
  • Website Visitors. Automatically collected browsing information, with contact and social media data voluntarily provided.
  • Cookies and Trackers. We use cookies and tracking technologies like web beacons, including third-party cookies for analytics and advertising.
  • Google Analytics. Data is collected as governed by Google’s Privacy Statement. To opt out, visit here.

Sensitive Information

We may collect Personal Information classified as sensitive under certain legislation. This is done in accordance with applicable law.

How We Use Collected Information

We use Personal Information for various purposes, including:

  • Marketing: Improve Services, develop new products, and communicate upcoming events.
  • Administrative Purposes: Support our website and other administrative activities.
  • Providing Services: Fulfill requested services or processing user requests.
  • Research and Surveys: Facilitate participation in research.
  • Fundraising: Support fundraising campaigns.
  • Recruiting and Retention: Manage admissions, campus visits, and alum engagement.
  • Employment Purposes: Evaluate job applications.
  • Legal, Security, and Safety: For legal and safety purposes.

How We Disclose Information to Others

Personal Information may be disclosed to third parties as required by law or to service providers who assist in delivering Services.

  • With Our Service Providers: Information is shared for purposes described in this Privacy Statement.
  • Reorganization: Disclosure may occur in the event of a merger or other reorganization.
  • Affiliated Organizations: Information may be shared with related affiliates.
  • Legitimate Interests: Disclosure without prior consent may occur to protect rights, respond to legal requests, or satisfy laws.
  • Data Analytics: Shared with analytics providers like Google.

Cookies

Indiana State University uses cookies to personalize content and store preferences. To disable cookies, set your browser to refuse them, though certain features may not function properly.

Transfer and Storage of Information

Information may be transferred to the United States or other locations where Indiana State University operates. This Privacy Statement applies only to our website and Services.

Third Party Services

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites. Review their Privacy Statements when visiting third-party sites.

Your Privacy Rights

Your rights depend on your jurisdiction. Rights may include:

  • Right to Know and Access: Information regarding our practices is available here.
  • Right to Data Portability: Requests for data access will be provided in a standard format.
  • Right to Deletion: Requests for data deletion are honored as permitted by law.

To exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

Email: ISU-GeneralCounsel@indstate.edu
Phone: (812) 237-4141