The key to acceptable use of our technology resources at Eastern Washington University for employees is simply not to use the State owned systems for personal benefit. As long as what employees do is work related there should be few concerns.

The key to acceptable use of our technology resources at Eastern for students is simply not to use the State owned systems solely for personal benefit. As long as what students do is course related there should be few concerns. 

EWU Information Policy
Includes details related to Usernames and Passwords, Appropriate Use of State Resources, etc.

More information about the K-20 network can be found at: 
K-20 Network Conditions of Use and Acceptable Use Policies

Draft policies for discussion by the Academic Computing Council and others on the acceptable use of email can be found at: 

Proposed Electronic Mail Policy

Improper use of Eastern computers and networks can get you into trouble. It is your responsibility to know the rules. The Eastern policies and examples of the rules and laws of the state of Washington will help you to use computing and networking resources appropriately. 

Revised Code of Washington (RCW) - Laws passed by the State Legislature 

RCW 9a.52.110 State computers may not be accessed without authorization. 

RCW 42.52.180 State resources may not be used for political campaigns. 

RCW 42.17.260 Most employee email messages are public. 

RCW 42.52.160 State resources may not be used for personal gain.

Washington Administrative Code (WAC) - Rules and regulations for all state agencies 

WAC 292-110-010 Appropriate and inappropriate use of state resources. (revised 04/98)

Executive Ethics Board 

Frequently asked questions about email and Internet use 

Junk Email - Federal CAN-SPAM Act

We hope this information will help you with using the technology resources at Eastern in a responsible manner.