1. Purpose of the Community
This community exists to:
• Support institutions in preparing for and completing the QS Stars audit process.
• Access best practices, materials, and resources.
• Encourage peer learning and collaboration.
• Provide a direct line of communication with the QS Stars support team.
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2. Be Respectful and Professional
We are a global community representing diverse institutions, cultures, and perspectives. Please:
• Communicate respectfully and courteously with all members, using polite, inclusive, and professional language.
• Show respect for confidential and proprietary information shared within the community.
• Avoid any offensive, discriminatory, or inappropriate comments or behavior.
• Do not initiate or encourage any form of racism, hate speech, harassment, or personal attacks.
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3. Keep Discussions On-Topic
To ensure discussions remain relevant and valuable for all members in the Live Chat:
• Focus your contributions on the topics proposed in the Live Chat by the QS Stars team — such as QS Stars processes, best practices, challenges, and institutional achievements.
• Avoid posting promotional content, unrelated discussions, or external solicitations.
• Ensure your comment or question adds value or responds to the ongoing topic or supports others in the audit process.
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4. Share Knowledge Generously
The strength of this community lies in its members’ experiences.
You are encouraged to:
• Share insights, tools, and templates that could benefit others.
• Ask questions and seek clarification on any part of the audit process.
• Offer constructive feedback and practical advice based on your experience.
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5. Confidentiality and Data Privacy
To protect your institution and others:
• Do not post confidential audit materials or sensitive institutional data.
• Do not share login credentials or any other secure information.
• Ensure all shared content complies with your institution’s data protection policies.
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6. Moderation and Support
The QS Stars team moderates this community to ensure it remains safe and valuable for all participants. For any violence of rights, discrimination or harassment, the organizer reserves the right to:
• Remove content that violates these guidelines.
• Temporarily suspend or restrict users who repeatedly disregard the rules.
If you encounter an issue or inappropriate behavior, please report it directly to the QS Stars team at qsstars@qs.com
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8. Updates and Announcements
QS Stars will use the Online Community platform to share:
• Official updates on methodology or audit procedures.
• Training materials, case studies, and helpful resources.
• Invitations to webinars, workshops, or events exclusively organized by QS
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Thank you!
We appreciate your participation in the QS Stars Community. Together, we can share knowledge, inspire innovation, and help each institution shine brighter in the global higher education landscape. If you have questions or suggestions, please contact us at qsstars@qs.com
