The following guidelines from Southeastern University (SEU) are designed to meet compliance standards set by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and are essential to maintaining the University’s accreditation. SEU values its partnerships with each site and is committed to sustaining a strong network; therefore, adherence to these guidelines is required for churches and other organizations to remain in partnership with the University.
By following these guidelines, SEU partner sites ensure a cohesive and professional representation of the SEU brand across all materials and platforms. SEU reserves the right to request that sites cease distribution of materials or remove any web or social media content that does not align with these guidelines and SEU’s brand standards.
All marketing materials must be approved by SEU Creative (SEU’s Marketing department) before being printed or shared digitally.
The following statements must be included on your website & marketing materials in order to be in compliance with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) & SEU. The site partnership must be referenced between Southeastern University and the church or host organization, rather than with the church’s ministry/internship program.
Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida partners with [CHURCH NAME] to offer students an affordable, accredited*, Christ-centered educational experience. With flexible class options and hands-on learning opportunities, Southeastern University provides students with a pathway to discover and develop their divine design.
Southeastern University (SEU) in Lakeland, Florida, partners with [CHURCH NAME], serving as a regional campus, to provide students with an affordable, accredited, and Christ-centered education.* Through this partnership, [CHURCH NAME] offers students a localized, community-based learning experience that includes flexible class schedules and hands-on opportunities. This model helps students discover and develop their divine design.
Southeastern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Southeastern University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Required Phrasing
If any of the below is referenced in your pieces, the following statements are required.
[Site Name] is a ministry of [Church Name]. Partnership Statement.
Approved Primary Statement: Southeastern University partners with [Church Name] to offer students affordable degree programs. See available degree programs here.” (Link to Partner Page)
Approved Variation: Southeastern University (Lakeland, FL) partners with {Name of Church/Organization} to host an instructional site on the church campus. See available degree programs. (Link to Partner Page)
Approved Shortened Variation: SEU partners with [CHURCH NAME] to offer these programs (link to partner page).
If your site has a separate ministry program name that you use, you may not market your program as “accredited.”While Southeastern University is accredited, this accreditation does not extend to your entire ministry program. The following statements are approved:
Approved Primary Statement: [Church Name] partners with Southeastern University to offer students at [Site Name] affordable degree programs. Southeastern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees.
Approved Variation: Southeastern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. {Name of Extension Site} is not accredited by SACS Commission on Colleges and the accreditation of Southeastern University does not extend to or include {Name of Extension Site} or its students. Students must be admitted by Southeastern University and enrolled in university courses to receive the benefits of regional accreditation.
Approved Shortened Variation: Southeastern University is a regionally accredited institution.”
Approved Primary Statement: To find out more about the cost of SEU’s degree programs at [Church Name], follow the link below. (link to Partner Page)
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Additional Content
The following items are necessary and must be adhered to in order to maintain website compliance. If you would like SEU Creative to review your website for compliance, please submit a request for approval.
SEU Partner Page
All information regarding SEU’s degree programs offered at your site & tuition information will be housed on this page.You are required to link to this webpage from your website when mentioning either of these to remain in compliance.
Links:
The following pages can be linked on your church’s website:
Before distributing printed or digital materials, please submit them for compliance approval.
Printed Materials: Any brochures, inquiry cards, banners, signage, etc. that physically represent your site’s partnership with SEU in any way.
The following items are necessary and must be adhered to in order to maintain compliance with printed marketing pieces.
Digital Materials: Any graphics, presentations, slides, emails, social posts/stories, etc. that digitally represent your site’s partnership with SEU in any way.
The following items are necessary and must be adhered to in order to maintain compliance with digital marketing pieces.
When using a QR Code, keep the following in mind:
The following items are necessary and must be adhered to in order to maintain compliance when creating videos for your site.
Video that can be used:
All accounts representing Southeastern University — or any organization affiliated with SEU — in an official capacity must meet the following requirements:
Official Social Media Accounts
New Partner site accounts & account names must be submitted through this form.
After designing your pieces, submit proofs through the Marketing Material Request for Approval Form. SEU marketing will review pieces and send any necessary edits within 2-3 business days. Please account for additional time that may be needed to make any requested changes.