We kindly urge you to thoroughly review these Website Usage Terms ("Terms") before you access or engage with any chatroom, newsgroup, bulletin board, mailing list, website, transaction, or any other online platform offered at https://www.dunc.education/ or other Durham University of North Carolina websites ("site" or "sites"). Your use and participation in these sites indicate that you have read and consent to adhere to these terms. If you do not concur with these terms, please promptly exit all sites. Durham University of North Carolina retains the authority to amend these terms whenever necessary and will announce any such modifications on this site or elsewhere online. By continuing to access a site after the announcement of such modifications, you express your consent to be bound by these terms.
Disclaimer
The sites within the Durham University of North Carolina domain may encompass unmoderated forums where individuals express their personal opinions and views on a diverse range of subjects. It's important to note that neither the content within these sites nor the links to external websites are scrutinized, endorsed, or officially approved by Durham University of North Carolina, its affiliated entities, or the Durham University of North Carolina Alumni Association. Durham University of North Carolina does not serve as a publisher for the content on these sites or any content accessible through outbound or inbound links, acting primarily as an internet service provider in accordance with 47 U.S.C. ยง 230(c)(1).
All text and materials presented on these sites represent the individual author's viewpoints and do not constitute official advice, opinions, or information endorsed by Durham University of North Carolina. If you anticipate that you might find the content on these sites offensive, it is advisable to discontinue your visit.
Guidelines for Online Conduct You are expected to use the Durham University of North Carolina sites in compliance with all applicable laws. Given Durham University of North Carolina's nonprofit and tax-exempt status, you are prohibited from engaging in organized partisan political activities on these sites. Additionally, you must refrain from sending or posting any of the following content on the Durham University of North Carolina sites or other computing resources:
1. Content that defames or poses threats to others.
2. Statements or content that constitute harassment or violate federal or state laws.
3. Content discussing unlawful activities with the intent to engage in them.
4. Material that infringes on another person's intellectual property rights, including but not limited to copyrights, trademarks, or trade secrets.
5. Content containing explicit or pornographic language or imagery.
6. Any form of advertising or commercial solicitation.
7. Content that is otherwise unlawful.
Material protected by copyright, such as software, graphics, text, photographs, audio, video, and musical recordings, cannot be uploaded to these sites without explicit permission from the copyright owner or other legal entitlements allowing such usage.
This standard expects students to demonstrate respect for order, morality, personal integrity, and the rights of others, equivalent to that expected from responsible citizens. Failure to adhere to these principles may result in removal from the University.
Durham University of North Carolina employees must follow the University Code of Conduct.
While Durham University of North Carolina does not routinely monitor user-posted content on these sites, it reserves the right to remove content that violates the aforementioned rules when brought to its attention, although it is not obligated to do so.
Lastly, you must not attempt to access another user's account or misrepresent your identity while using the Durham University of North Carolina sites.
Permission to Use Materials
In consideration for your acceptance of the terms and conditions herein, Durham University of North Carolina grants you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and utilize the Durham University of North Carolina Sites. Users may download materials from these Sites solely for their personal, non-commercial use. Any other use, including copying, reproduction, retransmission, distribution, publication, or commercial exploitation of materials, is not permitted. It is the User's responsibility to determine the permissibility of using information, software, or any other content on the Site.
Limitation of Use
Users are only allowed to use the Durham University of North Carolina Sites for lawful purposes. Furthermore, Users agree that if a third party asserts that any material they have contributed to a Site is unlawful, they are responsible for proving that the material complies with all applicable laws. Durham University of North Carolina does not actively monitor Site content, but it retains the right to remove materials, restrict access, or take other actions at its sole discretion. Unsolicited advertising or promotional content of any kind is not allowed on Durham University of North Carolina computing resources or Sites.
Links to Other Sites
Durham University of North Carolina's Sites may include hyperlinks to websites maintained or controlled by others. Durham University of North Carolina is not responsible for the content at these external websites, and it does not routinely review, approve, or endorse the content or use of products or services offered on these sites.
Choice of Law/Forum Selection
Durham University of North Carolina Sites are hosted on computing resources situated on the Durham University of North Carolina campus or elsewhere in Charlotte, North Carolina. Any dispute arising from these Terms or any content posted on a Site, including copies and republications, is subject to the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Users consent to the personal jurisdiction of and exclusive venue in the federal and state courts serving Charlotte, North Carolina, as the legal forum for such disputes.
Disclaimer of Warranty/Limitation of Liability
These sites and any information, products, or services provided therein are offered "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or noninfringement.
Durham University of North Carolina does not warrant and disclaims any and all warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, or completeness of any Site, information obtained from a Site, or linked content. Durham University of North Carolina does not guarantee that Sites will operate without interruption or errors or that they are free of viruses or other harmful components. The use of information obtained from these Sites is at your own risk.
You agree that Durham University of North Carolina will not be liable to you for any loss or damages, either actual or consequential, arising out of or relating to these terms, your use or inability to use a site, or to your reliance on information obtained from or through a site, except only in the case of death or personal injury where and only to the extent that applicable law requires such liability.
Durham University of North Carolina disclaims any and all liability resulting from or related to such events.
Trademarks
The logos, names, and graphics found on the Durham University of North Carolina Sites are trademarks of Durham University of North Carolina or its affiliates. Use, reproduction, copying, or redistribution of trademarks without written permission from Durham University of North Carolina or its affiliates is prohibited. All other trademarks or service marks appearing on the Site are the property of their respective owners.
Indemnification
Users agree to indemnify and hold Durham University of North Carolina harmless from any claims, losses, or damages, including legal fees, resulting from their violation of these Terms, their use of a Site, or their content placement on a Site. Users also agree to cooperate fully in Durham University of North Carolina's defense against any such claims.
Your Account
If you use this site, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password, if any. You must also restrict access to your computer and accept responsibility for all activities under your account or password. If you are under 18, you may only purchase products or services through a parent or guardian. Billing and registration information provided on the Sites must be accurate and complete. Durham University of North Carolina and its affiliates reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, edit content, or cancel orders at their sole discretion.
Other
Durham University of North Carolina Sites may contain errors or omissions regarding product descriptions, pricing, and availability. These errors or omissions may be corrected without prior notice. Durham University of North Carolina also reserves the right to cancel any offered product or service in the event of an error or omission in the description, including price, unavailability, or other reasons.
General
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Durham University of North Carolina with respect to the subject matter herein, and they supersede any prior oral or written agreements.
Copyright Complaints
Durham University of North Carolina respects the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe your copyright has been violated on a Durham University of North Carolina site, please provide notice via email.
