SOCIAL MEDIA

THINK BEFORE YOU SHARE

Before posting comments, images or videos online, think carefully about whether they could have a negative impact on your reputation, now or in the future.

Remember that screenshots can be taken of private messages. They may be offensive to others and could be used in the future to reflect negatively on you.

CONNECT WITH RESPECT

Every time that you share information, photos or videos on social media sites you are contributing to the image of you that is portrayed online. • Don’t post anything online that could cause others offence or embarrassment. • Respect the privacy of others and ask permission before sharing images of them. • Don’t show support for offensive views by liking or sharing them.

RULES ARE RULES

As a UCC student you are bound by the UCC Student Rules, Student Charter and Dignity & Respect Policy, whether it is online or in person. Complaints can be raised against students through UCC for online activity such as bullying another student. If you wouldn’t say it in person, don’t type it online.