【Intellectual Property Rights Awareness】Respect Intellectual Achievements and Create a Friendly Campus

Intellectual property rights are legal protections provided for the products of human intellectual creation, including copyrights, patent rights, trademark rights, and trade secrets, to protect creators’ hard work and creativity.

I. Why Should We Respect Intellectual Property Rights?

Protect creators’ rights and interests and encourage further innovation.

Avoid violations of the law and reduce legal risks.

Build a campus culture of respect and trust.

Promote knowledge sharing and foster a positive learning environment.

II. What Can Faculty, Staff, and Students Do?

• Use Legal Resources

         Use licensed software and legally authorized teaching materials, images, music, and other resources.

• Cite Sources

        When citing content created by others in reports, presentations, or papers, always clearly indicate the source.

• Do Not Make or Share Unauthorized Copies

        Do not photocopy books or teaching materials without authorization, and do not illegally share them online.

• Protect Confidential Information

        Do not disclose confidential information belonging to the University or partner organizations, and work together to maintain mutual trust.

• Respect Originality and Be Bold in Creating

        Use your creativity to create value that is uniquely your own.

III. Reminders for Daily Use

• Install Licensed Software

       Use legally licensed software to avoid the risk of infringement.

• Use Legally Authorized Image Materials

       Use images that are permitted for commercial use or have been properly licensed to avoid infringement.

• Do Not Download Music or Videos Without Authorization

       Respect creators and do not illegally download or distribute their works.

• Ensure That Reports and Assignments Are Original

       Do not copy or plagiarize. Demonstrate the results of your own learning.

✧ For more information on intellectual property rights, please refer to the Intellectual Property Rights section of the Office of Library and Information Services