The Michigan Times (“The M-Times,” “we,” or “our”) recognizes and values the privacy of members of the University of Michigan-Flint community and website visitors. This privacy policy describes how we collect, use, store, and share personal information obtained through our website.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information Provided by Users: When individuals submit content, sign up for newsletters, engage in comments, or contact The M-Times, we may collect personal information such as name, email address, or other contact details.
- Automatically Collected Information: Our web servers may automatically collect information such as IP addresses, browser types, device information, dates/times of visits, and referring website addresses.
- Use of Cookies: The M-Times may use cookies to enhance your website experience and for analytics purposes. Users may adjust browser settings to block cookies, though some site features may not function properly.
How We Use Information
Personal information is used only to support the operations and activities of The M-Times, including:
- Responding to inquiries or submissions
- Sending newsletters or updates to subscribers
- Improving website functionality and user experience
- Analyzing website effectiveness through aggregate analytics
We do not sell personal information to third parties.
Disclosure of Information
We will not share your personal information except:
- As required by law, regulation, or university policy
- To protect the security or integrity of the site
- In the event of a legitimate university business need (e.g., hosting, analytics), where outside service providers are required to safeguard your data
Public Records
As a unit of the University of Michigan-Flint, some information provided via this website may be subject to the Michigan Freedom of Information Act or other legal disclosure requirements, but only as mandated by law.
Privacy of Minors
We do not knowingly collect or maintain personal information from children under 13 without appropriate consent in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
Retention
Personal information is kept only as long as necessary to fulfill the stated purpose for which it was collected or as required by university policies or law.
Your Rights and Choices
- Visitors may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal information by contacting The M-Times through website channels.
- Newsletter subscribers may unsubscribe at any time using provided links.
External Links
This website may contain links to other websites. The M-Times is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.
Updates and Contact
This privacy policy may be updated at any time. The most current version will be posted on this website.
For questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy, please contact The M-Times editorial staff through the website contact page.