Netiquette Guidelines
Online Netiquette: Guidelines for WGU Students These guidelines are a quick reference source for interacting with fellow students, mentors, and WGU staff. While these guidelines adhere to the standards outlined in the WGU Student Handbook, they are not meant as a replacement for the explicit information presented in the handbook.
Be professional and respectful:
Be civil and kind in your interactions with others.
Respond to important emails sent to you.
Be cautious when using ALL CAPS (yelling), sarcasm, and humor
Be cautious when posting content (pictures, comments)
Avoid forwarding spam or selling anything.
Keep comments related to the topic.
Be aware that mentors, students, and others live in different time zones.
Be short, concise, and readable:
Use sans serif fonts (e.g., Arial, Helvetica) with a point size of 12 or higher.
Use acronyms cautiously. For example, common acronyms such as FAQ and RSVP are fine; however, unknown acronyms like UCET or USOE should be spelled out.
Be credible:
Cite references and sources such as web links, articles, books, etc., when possible.
Re-read your emails to clarify and ensure it sends the intended “message.”
Be safe:
Keep personal information private to avoid identity fraud.
Keep other’s information private (WGU students, companies, etc.)