Sussex County Community College (SCCC) is committed to protecting the privacy and accuracy of your confidential information. This privacy statement has been crafted to inform users about the types of information collected, the potential uses or sharing of that information, and to provide insight into the specific privacy policies and guidelines that SCCC follows.
This statement pertains to the sussex.edu website, services hosted under the Sussex.edu domain, and any information systems, learning management systems, or communication platforms utilized by SCCC where you might voluntarily share personal information. This includes the completion of forms necessary for business or academic purposes. Collectively, these websites, applications, systems, and online services will be referred to as SCCC's "Technology Services."
By utilizing SCCC’s Technology Services, you indicate your agreement with the terms outlined in this privacy statement. When you submit an information request form, you grant SCCC your informed consent to reach out to you using the contact details you provided, as well as to send you educational information through email, phone calls, or SMS text messaging services.
SCCC may gather information, including Personally Identifiable Information (PII), that you willingly and knowingly provide while using SCCC’s Technology Services. This data may be collected through various means, such as completing applications and forms, submitting requests for information or referrals, sending emails, registering for classes or programs/events, or participating in surveys or questionnaires.
When you explore the SCCC website and its online services, our servers may create temporary log files that could include the following personal details:
We utilize unique identifiers known as “Cookies” to gather anonymous, non-personally identifiable information. Cookies are small text files saved in your browser when you access a website. They serve several functions, such as remembering your preferences, enhancing your browsing experience, and helping us analyze website traffic. These cookies contain details about your device, browser, geolocation, and IP address, and they are employed to deliver a more personalized user experience while improving the design and functionality of our website and online services.
You have the option to decline cookies by adjusting the corresponding settings on your device or browser. However, please be aware that this may limit your ability to access certain features of the SCCC website based on your choice.
SCCC may utilize or share your information, either personally or in aggregate form, for the following purposes:
SCCC may also disclose Personal Information to third parties, such as service providers or vendors engaged as School Officials, who assist with marketing, advertising, or promotional efforts. "School Officials" encompasses SCCC employees, including faculty and staff, along with certain external individuals like vendors, contractors, or service providers authorized to perform work for SCCC.
In accordance with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, Part V, § 14-15, we are legally permitted to share your account information or other personal data with non-affiliated entities under specific circumstances. These situations include:
Furthermore, under FERPA guidelines, no student records will be released without the student's consent.
SCCC uses SMS text messaging as one of several channels of communication. Communications with incoming and current students are directly related to student safety or student academic success, which is considered critical and/or time sensitive.
SMS texting relays any of the following messages:
SCCC websites and services hosted under the sussex.edu domain may include content from external third parties or links that direct users away from SCCC’s Technology Services. Please note that when you access pages featuring external third-party content, information such as your IP address, date, browser, and referring page will be sent from your computer to that third party. SCCC is not liable for the privacy practices or content of these external entities.
To protect your personal information, we recommend reviewing the privacy policy of any third-party site you visit. Understanding a site's privacy policy will help ensure your information remains safe and private.
While it is impossible to eliminate all security and privacy risks completely, SCCC has established comprehensive safeguards to protect personal information collected via SCCC’s Technology Services from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Furthermore, access to personal information is limited to authorized personnel who need it to fulfill their responsibilities. Please keep in mind that, although we strive to ensure the security of your information, SCCC cannot offer an absolute guarantee regarding the safety of any information you transmit through our websites or digital platforms; therefore, you do so at your own risk.
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect, share, or use any information from or about children who are younger than 13 years old.
SCCC retains the right to periodically revise this Privacy Statement to align with changes in our practices or legal obligations. We encourage you to review this Statement regularly for any updates.