猫咪社区

Privacy Statement

Purpose

猫咪社区 (SCCC) is committed to protecting the privacy and accuracy of your confidential information. This privacy statement has been crafted to inform users about the types of information collected, the potential uses or sharing of that information, and to provide insight into the specific privacy policies and guidelines that SCCC follows.

Scope

This statement pertains to the sussex.edu website, services hosted under the Sussex.edu domain, and any information systems, learning management systems, or communication platforms utilized by SCCC where you might voluntarily share personal information. This includes completing forms necessary for business or academic purposes. Collectively, these websites, applications, systems, and online services will be referred to as SCCC's "Technology Services."

Use of Technology

By using SCCC's Technology Services, you acknowledge that you have read this Privacy Statement and understand how your information may be collected and used. When you voluntarily submit an information request form or otherwise provide your contact information, SCCC may communicate with you regarding admissions, enrollment, academic programs, student services, College events, or other College-related information through email, telephone, or SMS text messaging, where permitted by law and consistent with your communication preferences.

Types of Information Collected

SCCC may gather information, including Personally Identifiable Information (PII), that you willingly and knowingly provide while using SCCC鈥檚 Technology Services. This data may be collected through various means, such as completing applications and forms, submitting requests for information or referrals, sending emails, registering for classes or programs/events, or participating in surveys or questionnaires.

When you explore the SCCC website and its online services, our servers may create temporary log files that could include the following personal details:

  • Pages, files, documents, and links you access.
  •  Aggregate website usage and analytics data.
  • Your IP address.
  • Browser type, operating system, device type, and screen resolution.
  •  Date and time of your visit.
  • Referring website (if applicable).
  • Approximate location information derived from your IP address or other device information.

猫咪社区 does not knowingly collect, use, or sell precise geolocation data for advertising or marketing purposes.

We use cookies and similar technologies (such as Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Meta Pixel, and CRM tracking scripts) to improve your experience, remember your preferences, understand how visitors use our website, measure website performance, and evaluate the effectiveness of our communications and advertising campaigns.

These technologies may be provided by trusted third-party service providers that assist SCCC with analytics, website functionality, communications, or advertising and may collect information such as your browser type, device information, IP address, and approximate location.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may limit certain website functionality.

Utilization of Collected Information

SCCC may utilize or share your information, either personally or in aggregate form, for the following purposes:

  • To offer and enhance our Technology Services.
  • To provide support and tailor your experiences.
  • To manage and improve admission and registration applications, as well as financial services.
  • To communicate with prospective students, applicants, alumni, donors, and community members about academic programs, admissions, events, financial aid, workforce training, continuing education, and other College services, and to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of those communications.
  • To ensure the security of our services and systems while preventing any misconduct.
  • To comply with subpoenas, court orders, or any other legal obligations from governmental and law enforcement agencies.

Advertising and Marketing Technologies

SCCC may use cookies, pixels, tags, analytics tools, and similar technologies provided by trusted third-party vendors to:

  • Improve website functionality and user experience.
  • Measure website traffic and advertising performance.
  • Better understand which communications and marketing efforts are most effective.
  • Deliver information about College programs and services.

The College does not knowingly use or sell precise geolocation data for advertising or marketing purposes.

Sharing of Personal Information by SCCC

SCCC may share personal information only as necessary to support College operations or comply with applicable law. This may include authorized employees and trusted third-party service providers acting on behalf of the College, such as vendors providing website hosting, customer relationship management, analytics, enrollment marketing, communications, payment processing, or other contracted services. These parties are required to protect personal information and may use it only for the services they provide to SCCC.

In accordance with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, Part V, 搂 14-15, we are legally permitted to share your account information or other personal data with non-affiliated entities under specific circumstances. These situations include:

  • Sharing information with service providers as needed to facilitate the delivery of requested products and services, process transactions, and maintain accounts.
  • Providing information to credit reporting agencies in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
  • Disclosing information related to a proposed or actual sale, merger, transfer, or exchange of all or part of a business or operating unit.
  • Releasing information when required to comply with a properly authorized civil, criminal, or regulatory investigation, or upon receiving a subpoena or summons from federal, state, or local authorities.
  • Sharing information when compelled to follow federal, state, or local laws, regulations, and other applicable legal obligations.

Student education records are protected in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). SCCC will disclose education records only as permitted by FERPA or, where required, with the student's consent.

SMS Texting

SCCC uses SMS text messaging as one of several communication channels. Communications with incoming and current students are directly related to student safety or student academic success, which is considered critical and/or time-sensitive. When you voluntarily submit an information request form or otherwise provide your contact information, SCCC may communicate with you regarding admissions, enrollment, academic programs, student services, or other College-related information through email, telephone, or SMS text messaging, where permitted by law and consistent with your communication preferences.

SMS texting relays any of the following messages:

  • Emergency notifications
  • Campus closures
  • Student information, inclusive of admissions, academics, student accounts, and financial aid
  • Important information and time-sensitive information, inclusive of deadlines and notices critical to student academic progress
  • One-on-one communication from SCCC staff regarding appointments and meetings that support the success and retention of the student
    Receivers of text messages may opt out of SMS texting from SCCC by replying to the text message with 鈥淪TOP鈥.

Third-Party Websites and Services

SCCC websites and services hosted under the sussex.edu domain may include content from external third parties or links that direct users away from SCCC鈥檚 Technology Services. Please note that when you access pages featuring external third-party content, information such as your IP address, date, browser, and referring page will be sent from your computer to that third party. SCCC is not liable for the privacy practices or content of these external entities.

To protect your personal information, we recommend reviewing the privacy policy of any third-party site you visit. Understanding a site's privacy policy will help ensure your information remains safe and private.

Data Security

While it is impossible to eliminate all security and privacy risks, SCCC has established comprehensive safeguards to protect personal information collected through SCCC鈥檚 Technology Services from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Furthermore, access to personal information is limited to authorized personnel who need it to fulfill their responsibilities. Please keep in mind that, although we strive to ensure the security of your information, SCCC employs administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information; no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. Accordingly, SCCC cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted through its Technology Services.

Privacy Protection and Minors

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect, share, or use any information from or about children who are younger than 13 years old.

Updates to Privacy Statement

SCCC reserves the right to update this Privacy Statement periodically to reflect changes in our practices, Technology Services, or applicable federal and state laws, including the New Jersey Data Privacy Act, where applicable. We encourage you to review this Privacy Statement regularly for any updates.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information.
  • Correct inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of personal information.
  • Obtain a copy of your personal information.
  • Opt out of targeted advertising and, where applicable, the sale of personal information.

Requests regarding your privacy rights may be submitted using the contact information below.

Retention of Personal Information

SCCC retains personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Statement, comply with legal or regulatory obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce College policies. Retention periods vary depending on the type of information collected and applicable legal requirements.

Contact

Questions regarding this Privacy Statement or requests related to your privacy rights may be directed to: Registrar, [email protected]

Last Updated: August 3, 2026