Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 2026

At Louisiana Research University, we are committed to maintaining the trust and confidence of our students, alumni, applicants, and visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and handle your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) when you visit our website or interact with our digital marketing campaigns, including Facebook Lead Ads.

1. Information We Collect

When you request information, apply for programs, or submit nominations (such as the Honorary Doctorate programs), we may collect the following information:

• Personal Identification Details: Name, Email Address, Phone Number, and Postal Address.
• Professional Background: Resumes, portfolios, academic history, and career achievements relevant to program admissions or honorary nominations.
• Digital Footprint: IP address, browser type, and interaction data via cookies when you browse our website.

2. Facebook Lead Ads & Meta Platforms

We utilize Facebook Lead Generation Ads to connect with prospective candidates. When you submit your information through a form on Facebook or Instagram:

• Your data is collected securely via Meta's platform and transferred directly to our admissions and processing teams.
• We use this data exclusively to contact you regarding the specific program, nomination, or inquiry you expressed interest in.
• We strictly adhere to Meta's Lead Ads Terms of Service and do not sell your personal information to third-party data brokers.

3. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used in the following ways:

• To evaluate applications and nominations for university programs, including assessments conducted alongside our representative partners like the Bhartiya Awards Council.
• To personalize your experience and deliver the type of content and academic offerings in which you are most interested.
• To follow up with you after correspondence (live chat, email, or phone inquiries).
• To send periodic emails regarding your application status or other relevant university updates.

4. Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your Personally Identifiable Information to outside parties unless we provide users with advance notice. This does not include website hosting partners, academic evaluation partners (such as certification and award councils), and other parties who assist us in operating our university website, conducting our business, or serving our users, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.

5. Data Security

Your personal information is contained behind secured networks and is only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems and are required to keep the information confidential. We implement a variety of security measures when a user enters, submits, or accesses their information to maintain the safety of your personal data.

6. Your Rights & Consent

By using our website or submitting your details via our ad forms, you consent to this Privacy Policy. You have the right to request access to the data we hold about you, request corrections, or request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting our administrative office.