Explaining Cookies
Company may gather information to track user trends and site usage with the goal of improving our website users' experiences and optimizing our websites. Company also uses the information to administer websites and prevent abuse.
Cookies are text files stored on your computer and accessible only to the websites which create them. Company websites may use cookies to keep you logged into secure areas of the website and/or to keep track of your preferences as you interact with certain services. You may disable cookies in your browser; however, Company websites may not work as designed if you do so. Company may automatically collect certain data in conjunction with third party tools to gather metrics on site usage including geographic location of visitors, pathways navigated through the website, and which portion of our audience is internal to the Company network. The information Company collects in this manner does not identify you as an individual. Company may use technical methods to determine if individuals have viewed emails Company sends. This information is often used to make Company websites, and emails you have agreed to receive, more interesting to you. As outlined above, non-personally identifiable web information (cookies, site navigation, etc.) gathered may also be shared with third parties to improve programs, outreach, and other campus initiatives. Additionally, aggregated metrics may be shared with vendors to improve communications related to these activities.
Understanding Cookies and Their Impact on Our Site
We utilize cookies and similar tracking technologies for these functions:
- Essential Cookies. These are cookies necessary for the functioning of the website. They are set in response to your actions which request services such as privacy settings, login, or form submissions. If blocked, some parts of the site will not operate. These cookies store no personal data.
- Functionality Cookies. These cookies allow the site to offer improved functionality and personalization. They might be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we’ve incorporated into our pages. If disabled, some services may not work properly.
- Advertising Cookies. Set by our advertising partners, these cookies may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites. They store information indirectly and recognize your browser and internet device. Blocking these cookies will affect the targeted advertising you see.
- Analytics Cookies. These cookies enable us to tally visits and traffic sources for the purpose of measuring and enhancing the performance of our site. They assist us in determining which pages are most and least popular and in understanding how visitors navigate the site. The information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If these cookies are blocked, we will not know when you have visited our site and will not be able to monitor its performance.
Smart Pixel technologies
Social Media Features for Enhanced Interaction
Our web pages are designed with interactive social media buttons to foster user engagement and content sharing. These buttons connect to several external social networks that might collect data about your browsing behavior. It is advisable to consult their privacy policies for opt-out options and further details.
Challenges Without Cookies
You block cookies by activating the setting on your browser that allows you to refuse the setting of all or some cookies. However, if you use your browser settings to block all cookies (including essential cookies) you may not be able to access all or parts of our site.
Except for essential cookies, all cookies will expire after 2 hours of inactivity.
Other Policies
Email Open Tracking
Our emails may use a web beacon pixel to understand if you open our emails and interact with the contents, such as clicking on links. This helps us tailor our communications to better match your interests. If you prefer not to be tracked, you can read the email in plain text or disable images.
Revisions to This Privacy Policy
This Notice may be revised occasionally and in accordance with legal requirements. Any changes made will be reflected on this Site. Please re-visit this Cookie Notice regularly to stay informed about our use of Cookies. If you have any questions, please contact us