Privacy Policy

Introduction

The Kennesaw State University (KSU) Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) Chapter ("KSU IISE," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors and users of our website.

This Privacy Policy describes the information we collect, how we use it, how it may be shared, and the choices available to you regarding your information.

By using this website, submitting a form, or registering for an event, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Voluntarily Provide

When you interact with our website, we may collect information you choose to provide, including:

• Full name
• Email address
• Student, faculty, alumni, or professional affiliation
• Event registration and RSVP information
• Responses submitted through inquiry or contact forms
• Any information included in messages or comments you submit

Providing this information is voluntary, but certain website features may not function without it.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically by our hosting providers or website infrastructure, including:

• IP address
• Browser and device information
• Operating system information
• Date and time of website access
• Referring website addresses
• Pages viewed and website interaction data

We use this information to maintain website security, improve functionality, and better understand how visitors use our platform.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected through the website may be used to:

• Process event registrations and RSVPs
• Send RSVP confirmation emails
• Send event reminders and updates
• Notify attendees of event cancellations or schedule changes
• Respond to inquiries and support requests
• Manage chapter activities and communications
• Improve the website and user experience
• Maintain website security and prevent misuse

We use personal information solely for chapter operations, communication, and administrative purposes.

Email Communications

When you register for an event or submit certain forms, we may send transactional emails related to your interaction with the chapter. These emails may include:

• RSVP confirmations
• Event reminders
• Event updates
• Event cancellation notifications
• Responses to inquiries

These communications are considered operational and may be sent regardless of marketing preferences when necessary to fulfill your registration or request.

Third-Party Services

To operate our website and services, we rely on trusted third-party providers:

• Netlify: Our website is hosted through Netlify, which may collect technical information necessary to deliver website content and maintain service reliability.
• Supabase: We use Supabase to manage and securely store information related to website functionality, event registrations, RSVPs, and inquiries.
• Resend: We use Resend to send transactional emails, including RSVP confirmations, event notifications, and communication related to chapter activities.

These providers may process information on our behalf only to the extent necessary to perform their services.

Data Storage and Security

Information submitted through our website may be stored using secure cloud infrastructure operated by our service providers.

We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards designed to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Sharing

KSU IISE does not sell, rent, or trade personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• When necessary to operate website functionality and chapter services
• When required by law or legal process
• When necessary to protect the security, rights, or property of KSU IISE or website users
• With your consent

Personal information will not be shared with sponsors, employers, recruiters, or third parties for marketing purposes without your consent.

Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• Manage chapter events and registrations
• Maintain operational records
• Respond to inquiries
• Support website functionality
• Meet legal or administrative obligations

Information that is no longer needed may be deleted or anonymized.

Your Rights

You may request that we:

• Provide information about data we have collected from you
• Correct inaccurate information
• Delete information we no longer need to retain
• Update or modify your submitted information

To make such a request, contact us using the information provided at the bottom of this page.

External Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

• Kennesaw State University websites
• IISE International
• Industry partners and sponsors
• Social media platforms

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of those sites before providing personal information.

Children's Privacy

This website is intended for university students, faculty, alumni, industry professionals, and community members. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we learn that such information has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to remove it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our website, services, or applicable requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will automatically update. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.