Washington University of Science and Technology (WUST) is committed to maintaining a secure and reliable technology environment that protects university information assets, supports academic operations, and safeguards personal information.
Security Governance
The Office of Information Technology is responsible for implementing and maintaining information security controls across university systems and services.
Administrative Safeguards
WUST maintains:
- Information security policies and procedures
- Employee security awareness training
- Access management procedures
- Incident response plans
- Vendor risk management reviews
- Data retention standards
- Business continuity planning
Applicant Information
WUST employs:
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Two-Step Verification
- Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC)
- Secure password policies
- Firewall protection
- Network segmentation
- Intrusion prevention systems
- Endpoint protection
- Vulnerability management
- Security monitoring and logging
- Encryption in transit and at rest
- Backup and disaster recovery systems
Physical Safeguards
WUST maintains physical security controls designed to protect university facilities, equipment, and information systems.
Data Protection Compliance Program
WUST periodically reviews:
- FERPA compliance requirements
- Privacy practices
- Access control management
- Information security controls
- Incident response readiness
- Business continuity procedures
- Third-party vendor compliance
- Data retention and disposal practices
Third-Party Educational Service Providers
1. Canvas by Instructure
Privacy Policy: https://www.instructure.com/policies/product-privacy-policy
Privacy & Security: https://www.instructure.com/privacy-security
Trust Center: https://trust.instructure.com
2. Populi
Privacy Policy: https://populi.co/legal/privacy/
FERPA Information: https://support.populiweb.com/hc/en-us/articles/360034192594-FERPA-and-Populi
Security Resources: https://support.populiweb.com/hc/en-us/sections/205238927-Data-Security-and-Privacy
3. Google Workspace for Education
Privacy & Security: https://edu.google.com/why-google/privacy-security/
Compliance Center: https://cloud.google.com/compliance
4. Microsoft 365 Education
Privacy Statement: https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement
Trust Center: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/trust-center
5. Slate by Technolutions
Privacy Policy: https://technolutions.com/privacy-policy/
Security Information: https://technolutions.com/security/
6. Turnitin
Privacy Policy: https://www.turnitin.com/privacy
Security & Compliance: https://www.turnitin.com/security-and-compliance
7. GoTo
Privacy Policy: https://www.goto.com/company/legal/privacy/us
Trust Center: https://www.goto.com/company/trust
8. TimelyCare
Privacy Policy: https://timelycare.com/privacy-policy/
Security Information: https://timelycare.com/security/
Continuous Improvement
WUST continuously evaluates and enhances its privacy, security, and compliance programs to align with applicable federal regulations, accreditation standards, industry best practices, and evolving cybersecurity threats.
Data Retention
Information is retained in accordance with applicable laws, accreditation requirements, institutional policies, and operational needs.
Contact Information
Questions regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to:
Office of Information Technology
Washington University of Science and Technology
Email: [email protected]
Helpdesk: https://helpdesk.wust.edu
Website: https://www.wust.edu
WUST is certified to operate by SCHEV. Accredited by ACCSC.
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