Brief Description

Approved By: MSU Denver President

Purpose: This policy defines the rules and procedures for the creation and use of official University social media sites in accordance with federal and state law and other University policies. It also ensures that social media activity conducted on the University’s behalf protects MSU Denver’s best interests and is carried out only by authorized, approved representatives.

Scope: Social media includes any digital platform that enables users to create and share content, collaborate, or interact with others. Examples include Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Discord, X/Twitter, Snapchat, and emerging platforms.

  • This policy applies to all official University social media accounts created or managed by MSU Denver employees, student employees, and authorized student organizations.
  • This policy does not apply to personal social media accounts, including when individuals share or engage with MSU Denver content in a personal capacity, except when an individual represents or appears to represent MSU Denver.

Contact: Social Media Manager, University Communications and Marketing at [email protected]

Read the full policy statement, by clicking the following link:

Social Media Policy 4.2026