Fort Lewis College Social Media Style Guide
This guide outlines best practices for social media at Fort Lewis College, covering account setup, platform strategies, crisis communication, branding, accessibility, and content guidelines. Use this alongside the Communication Style Guide for voice, inclusivity, and editorial consistency.
Account creation & ownership | Crisis communication | Moderation & feedback | Branding & naming | Voice & tone | Social accessibility | Platform best practices | Content specs & dimensions | Further support
All new social media accounts must be approved by the Marketing & Communications social media coordinator.
Each FLC-affiliated account must have at least two administrators to ensure continuity.
All FLC-affiliated social media accounts are the property of Fort Lewis College. If an administrator leaves, access must be transitioned to a new admin, and MarComm should be notified.
During emergencies, major institutional messages will be shared via @FortLewisCollege. Departments should avoid posting unrelated content that may cause confusion.
If a crisis arises or a major world event occurs, scheduled social media posts should be postponed or adjusted to ensure messaging is sensitive and appropriate.
If you're unsure how to address a sensitive situation, contact the social media coordinator for assistance.
麻豆免费高清无砖码区reserves the right to remove unlawful, harassing, or spam posts from its social media platforms.
If a social media comment or post includes a serious threat, notify Campus Safety immediately and document the post with screenshots.
Use a provided or approved FLC-branded profile image for official accounts. Cover images should align with your department’s identity while maintaining consistency with FLC’s overall brand.
All FLC-affiliated accounts should maintain a voice that is professional yet approachable, avoiding slang or informal abbreviations.
Provide alt text for all images and captions for videos to ensure accessibility.
Use capital letters at the start of each word in hashtags for readability (e.g., #FortLewisCollege, #TalonsUp).
Do not post strobe-like videos or GIFs that could trigger seizures.
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