Privacy Policy for Ohio Black Alumni Weekend

Last updated: 4-1-2025

Ohio Black Alumni Weekend (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website www.ohioblackalumniweekend.com (the “Site”), and engage with our services.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information: personal information and non-personal information.

Personal Information: This includes any data you provide when you interact with our Site, such as when you register for events, sign up for newsletters, or contact us. Personal information may include but is not limited to, your name, email address, phone number, and payment details.

Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-identifiable information about your interaction with our Site, such as your browser type, IP address, and browsing patterns. This information helps us improve the functionality and performance of our Site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Process registrations and event bookings.

• To send you important updates related to Ohio Black Alumni Weekend and its events.

• To respond to inquiries or feedback submitted by you.

• To improve the content and functionality of our Site.

• To comply with legal obligations or respond to legal requests when required.

3. Data Protection and Security

We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative security measures to protect the personal information we collect. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit our Site. These technologies help us analyze traffic patterns, personalize your experience, and understand how users interact with our Site.

You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may impact the functionality of certain features on our Site.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services, such as payment processors, email providers, and analytics tools, to help us operate our Site and services. These third parties may collect, store, and process your information according to their own privacy policies.

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes without your consent.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• You can access, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us directly.

• You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in each email.

• You may request to restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.

7. Disclaimer

This website and the organization operating this event are not affiliated with Ohio University or any other state institution in the State of Ohio. We are a privately owned and operated organization funded by private donors. The views and events promoted on this Site are not endorsed or sponsored by Ohio University or any other state institution.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date of the most recent update will be indicated at the top of the policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Ohio Black Alumni Weekend
Email: ohioblackalumniweekend@gmail.com