Rhode Island College Digital Privacy Statement

Rhode Island College (RIC) is committed to the online privacy of those who visit and use our website. This Digital Privacy Statement details how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information when someone visits our website, uses our online services, or engages with our digital platforms.

Effective Date: December 6, 2024

Information Collected

RIC collects various types of information on its sites, including, but not limited to:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details provided voluntarily by users
  • Academic Information: Enrollment details, grades, course registrations, and academic records
  • Usage Data: Information about the user’s interaction with our digital platforms, such as IP addresses, browser types, and access times
  • Technical Data: Device information, cookies, and other tracking technologies used to enhance the user’s experience

How Collected Information is Used

User’s personal information may be used for the following purposes:

  • To Provide and Improve Services: To administer and enhance our educational services, including course registration and communication.
  • To Communicate with You: To send notices, updates, and information related to the user’s studies and college activities.
  • For Administrative Purposes: To manage the user’s enrollment, financial transactions, and other administrative functions.
  • To Ensure Security: To detect and prevent fraudulent activities and ensure the security of our digital platforms.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

The user’s information may be shared in the following circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: This information may be shared with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as web hosting or data analysis.
  • As Required by Law: This information may be disclosed if required by law, regulation, or legal process.
  • For Institutional Purposes: This information may be shared within the college community for academic and administrative purposes.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance the user experience. This can be adjusted in the browser settings, however, that may affect the user’s ability to use certain features of our sites.

Changes to This Statement

This Digital Privacy Statement may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website. We encourage users to review this statement periodically.