The Ã山ǿ¼é has a social presence on , , , , and . Social media allows the University to communicate its values and priorities, receive feedback from internal and external audiences and build connections and a sense of belonging within and beyond the Ã山ǿ¼é community. With over 125,000 followers across our six platforms, our reach is substantial, allowing us to build connections close to home and across the world. Ìý
We encourage our followers to engage with University content frequently. Tag friends and family in posts, utilize Ã山ǿ¼é hashtags, share posts, engage in conversations—social media gives the University the opportunity to show off all it has to offer, and audience engagement is essential.Ìý
Have content ideas you would like to see implemented on Ã山ǿ¼é's social media platforms? Email suggestions to usimedia@usi.edu, for consideration. See our guidelines below before setting up a new social account representing an entity at Ã山ǿ¼é.Ìý
The main use of the official Ã山ǿ¼é Facebook is to share University information via images and videos, create events and link to Ã山ǿ¼é content to draw traffic to the Ã山ǿ¼é website. Submit your University-affiliated Facebook page for list consideration.
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Ã山ǿ¼é utilizes primarily to engage in conversations regarding the University. Through short, concise text, images and videos, we share University happenings. Submit your University-affiliated X handle for list consideration.
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The primary use of Instagram is to visually showcase Ã山ǿ¼é experiences in academics, athletics, extracurricular activities, etc. Instagram is utilized to upload images and videos to the organic feed which provide a cohesive aesthetic representative of our University. Additionally, less curated content is posted to Ã山ǿ¼é's Instagram Story, providing a more behind-the-scenes look at the University. Submit your University-affiliated Instagram account for list consideration.
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YouTube allows Ã山ǿ¼é to post long-form video content and categorize playlists around specific University topics.
The primary use of LinkedIn is to connect and engage with current students, alumni and community members and showcase Ã山ǿ¼é successes, partnerships and more.Ìý
The main use of TikTok at Ã山ǿ¼é is to share short videos amplifying the voices of students and the University community. Popular trends and sounds are utilized on the platform to generate relatable content.
#ScreaglePride -ÌýThe official academic and school spirit hashtag for the Ã山ǿ¼é. Can be used to refer to the institution, student and faculty accomplishments, campus, awards and recognitions, and other general topics that do not have their own designated hashtag.
#GoÃ山ǿ¼éEagles -ÌýThe official athletics hashtag for Ã山ǿ¼é. Can be used in all contexts featuring Ã山ǿ¼é officially sanctioned teams and student-athletes.
#Ã山ǿ¼éGrad -ÌýSpecial hashtag reserved for Commencement and graduation photos and messages.
#Ã山ǿ¼ébound -ÌýSpecial hashtag reserved for Screaming Eagles Orientation photos and messagesÌý
#IllumeÃ山ǿ¼é - Special hashtag reserved for content related to illume, the official Ã山ǿ¼é magazine.
#ArchieAbroad and #Ã山ǿ¼éStudyAbroad -ÌýSpecial hashtags reserved for content related to Study Abroad programs and the Center for International Programs.
Social Media Community Guidelines for internal Ã山ǿ¼é community
The Ã山ǿ¼é uses social media to share information, celebrate achievements, highlight the experiences of our students, facultyÌýand staff,Ìýengage withÌýaudiences andÌýpromote the Ã山ǿ¼é brand.
We encourage respectful conversation and welcome questions,ÌýfeedbackÌýand diverse perspectives. To helpÌýmaintainÌýa positive and productive environment, comments and interactions on official Ã山ǿ¼é social media channels should follow theseÌýCommunityÌýGuidelines.
By engaging with Ã山ǿ¼é social media accounts, users agree to follow theseÌýguidelines and the terms of serviceÌýestablishedÌýby each social media platform.Ìý
Social media is an ongoing conversation, and University socialÌýmediaÌýpagesÌýareÌýmonitoredÌýregularly to encourage respectful, constructive engagementÌýand conversation. As a public institution of higher education, the University recognizes and respects the First Amendment rights of individuals.
The Ã山ǿ¼é reserves the right to hide or remove comments thatÌýcontainÌýor promote:Ìý
Profanity or obscene contentÌýÌý
Hate speechÌýÌý
Threats or intimidationÌýÌý
Harassment or bullying of individuals or groupsÌýÌý
Personal or confidential information (including doxxing)ÌýÌý
Spam or repetitive contentÌýÌý
Commercial advertising or solicitationÌýÌý
Content that is unrelated to the original post or discussionÌýÌý
False or misleading information that creates a public safety riskÌýÌý
Impersonation of another individual or organizationÌýÌý
Encouragement or promotion of illegal activityÌýÌý
To foster meaningful discussion, comments shouldÌýgenerally relateÌýto the topic of the original post. Spam, including repeated posting ofÌýsubstantially identicalÌýorÌýsubstantially similarÌýcomments across multipleÌýposts, excessive repetitive commentary or other activity that interferes with normal discussion, may be removed. Content that primarily uses University social media channels to promote unrelated or personal agendas may also be removed.
Users who repeatedlyÌýviolate the Ã山ǿ¼é social media community guidelines orÌýengage in behavior thatÌýsubstantially interferesÌýwith the University's ability toÌýfacilitateÌýproductive discussion may beÌýrestricted fromÌýparticipatingÌýonÌýUniversityÌýsocial media channelsÌýafter documented warnings.Ìý
Ã山ǿ¼éÌýmonitorsÌýofficial social media channels and may respond to questions or concerns whenÌýappropriate.
For questions requiring personalÌýassistance, account-specific information or detailed follow-up, users may be directed to contact theÌýappropriate UniversityÌýoffice or department.Ìý
Social media is notÌýmonitored as a real-time emergency response service.
For campus emergencies, contact Ã山ǿ¼é Public Safety.ÌýFor University-related concerns requiring immediate attention, use the appropriate University contact channels.Ìý
Ã山ǿ¼é reserves the right to update Ã山ǿ¼é social mediaÌýCommunityÌýGuidelines as needed to reflect changes in social media platforms, UniversityÌýpoliciesÌýor community needs.Ìý