Website Privacy Policy, Copyright Complaints, and SMS Messaging Terms

    Web Site, E-mail, and Data Storage Privacy Policy

    Frostburg State University's privacy practices are governed by PN 3.109, the Web Site, E-mail, and Data Storage Privacy Policy.

    Copyright Complaints

    The Designated Agent to receive and respond to reports alleging copyright infringement on Frostburg State University's website, in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), is Colby Ellsworth, Director of Digital and Web Strategy. Send any such allegations to the agent listed below. The Act requires the complainant to include specific information and elements in a complaint.

    Agent Contact Information

    Colby Ellsworth
    Frostburg State University
    Frostburg, MD 21532
    E-mail: ctellsworth@frostburg.edu
    Telephone: 301-687-4751

    Information to Include in a Complaint

    The Digital Millennium Copyright Act specifies that all infringement claims must be submitted in writing (either by e-mail or paper letter) and must include the following elements:

    • a physical or electronic signature;
    • identification of the infringed work;
    • identification of the infringing material;
    • contact information for the complainant (e.g., address, telephone number, e-mail address);
    • a statement that the complaining party has a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner or the law; and
    • a statement that the information contained in the notification is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that the complaining party is authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.

    SMS Messaging Terms of Use

    By consenting to receive SMS messages, you agree to the following Terms of Use. Consent may be obtained by checking a box on a form or by communicating with a representative of Frostburg State University.

    We will use the information you provide to send you mobile messages. Your information may be shared with our vendors who assist with SMS communications. Information may also be disclosed if required by law.

    Frostburg State University does not charge additional fees for sending or receiving SMS messages; however, message and data rates from your mobile carrier may apply.

    Frostburg State University is not liable for any delays, delivery failures, or damages, including but not limited to losses arising from use of the SMS messaging service.

    You may opt out of receiving SMS messages from Frostburg State University at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the message or by contacting the University directly.