The use of blogs, social networks, and websites such as Wikipedia, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Flickr and YouTube is increasingly common for University communicators and these tools have the potential to create a significant impact on organizational success and reputation. This policy applies to all social media platforms hosted by Coastal Carolina University faculty, staff, students and alumni for official business purposes of the University. Coastal Carolina University has developed this policy that seeks to properly portray, promote and protect the institution.