Policy Information
Intellectual Property Policy
Effective
July 23 2007
Number
ISO 003 v2 0
Applicability
This policy applies to all persons while conducting performing work teaching research or study activity or otherwise using university resources Scope Applicability also includes all facilities property data and equipment owned leased and or maintained by the University or affiliates
Administrative Authority
Vice President for Risk Audit and Compliance
Responsible Unit
Information Security Compliance Office
502-852-6692
isopol@louisville.edu
History
This policy is subject to change or termination by the University at any time. This policy SUPERSEDES all prior policies, procedures or advisories pertaining to the same subject.
This policy will be reviewed annually to determine if the policy addresses University risk exposure and is in compliance with the applicable security regulations and University direction. In the event that significant regulatory changes occur, this policy will be reviewed and updated as needed per the Policy Management process.
Approved July 23, 2007 by the Compliance Oversight Council
Shirley C Willihnganz, Executive Vice President and University Provost, Chair of the Compliance Oversight Council
Revision Date(s):
1.0 / July 23, 2007 / Original Publication
1.1 / January 29, 2013 / Content Update
2.0 / March 8, 2016 / Content review and update to new template
2.0 / May 18, 2018 / Grammar and punctuation updates
2.0 / June 23, 2022 / Minor edit
Reviewed Date(s): September 24, 2014; March 8, 2016; June 12, 2017; May 18, 2018; April 2, 2021; June 23, 2022
Categories
Statement
The University of Louisville respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects the same of the user community. Users must abide by applicable intellectual property laws and/or regulations, including but not exclusive to those pertaining to text, graphics, art, photographs, music, software, movies and games. Users must refrain from actions or access which would violate the terms of licensing and nondisclosure agreements.
Reasoning
To inform members of the University community of responsibilities related to intellectual property.
Responsibilities
Policy Authority/Enforcement: The University's Information Security Officer (ISO) is responsible for the development, publication, modification and oversight of these policies and standards. The ISO works in conjunction with University Leadership, Information Technology Services, Audit Services and others for development, monitoring and enforcement of these policies and standards.
Policy Compliance: Failure to comply with these policies and standards and/or any related information security and/or information technology policy, standard or procedure may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, services or relationship with the University and/or action in accordance with local ordinances, state or federal laws.