Acceptable Use Policy

The Mount St. Mary’s University community is encouraged to make innovative and creative use of information technologies in support of multiple learning experiences. Access to information representing a variety of views on current and historical issues should be allowed for the interest, information and enlightenment of the Mount St. Mary’s University community. Consistent with other University policies, this policy is intended to respect the rights and obligations of academic freedom. The University recognizes that the purpose of copyright is to protect the rights of the creators of intellectual property and to prevent the unauthorized use or sale of works available in the private sector. Also consistent with other University policies, an individual's right of access to computer materials should not be denied or in any way limited because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability.