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Whether launching a new account or managing an existing one, faculty, staff, and students should follow UConn’s social media policies, brand standards, and best practices to maintain a consistent and effective University presence online.  

The CLAS Office of Communications provides guidance, answers questions, and connects teams with resources to support their social media efforts. For questions, email <u>[clas_communications@uconn.edu](mailto:clas_communications@uconn.edu)</u> or [contact a member of the CLAS Communications Office](https://clas.uconn.edu/about/directory/?group=Dean%E2%80%99s%20Office&tag=Communications). 

## [UConn Social Media Policy](https://policy.uconn.edu/2015/02/12/https-policy-uconn-edu-wp-content-uploads-sites-243-2019-01-uconn-social-media-policy_rev-11-28-18-1-pdf/) 

Review the requirements and expectations for managing University-affiliated social media accounts, including account responsibilities, personal disclaimers, and guidelines for representing UConn online. 

## [Social Media Guidelines and Standards ](https://brand.uconn.edu/resources-tools/social-media/)

Before you get started, explore the University’s social media guidelines to learn what it takes to manage an official UConn social media account. You'll find guidance on launching a University-affiliated account, naming and branding your account, assigning administrators, creating accessible and engaging content, and following University policies and best practices for long-term account management.