Definition of a Cookie

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.

Which Cookies Does Our Website Use?

We use the following types of cookies:
  • Strictly necessary cookies. These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personal information.
  • Functional cookies. These cookies enable our website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.
  • Performance cookies. These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and is therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site, and we will not be able to monitor its performance.
  • Targeting cookies. These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other websites. These cookies work by uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
  • Personalised advertising cookies. We use third-party Ad Manager to deliver advertising on some of our web pages. In order to do this Manager may collect or receive information about you.

Usage of Linked External Websites

Cookies from External Providers on Our Website: As you browse our site, you might notice cookies that aren't directly associated with us. We utilize various external web services to enhance our content, such as YouTube for videos and Google Maps for location services. These external services may collect information about your interactions, like the number of views or location usage, in an anonymous form unless you are logged into their platforms.

Alternative Data Analytics Technologies

Usage of Web Beacons, Clear GIFs, and Pixel Tags We may employ Web Beacons, Clear GIFs, and pixel tags on our site to anonymously monitor online usage patterns. These may also be incorporated into our email newsletters. You can opt out of our newsletters at any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link within the newsletter itself.

Choosing to Decline Cookies

You can set your browser to accept or decline cookies. Most browsers automatically accept them, but you can modify settings to decline cookies if preferred. Disabling cookies may affect how our website functions and your overall experience.

Miscellaneous Guidelines

Usage Data Collection We collect Usage Data automatically as you interact with our Service. This includes details like IP address, browser specifics, visit length, and page interactions. This data is essential for enhancing your experience and improving our service.

Updates to Our Policy

This Cookies Policy may be revised periodically to reflect changes in our operational, legal, or regulatory frameworks. We encourage you to regularly review this policy to stay informed about the latest updates.