Privacy Policy – The Urban Studio + Community Design Lab

Effective Date: September 1, 2025

The Urban Studio and Community Design Lab (“we,” “our,” or “us”) are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information you provide to us.

• Personal Information: When you register for programs, volunteer, or subscribe to updates, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other details you provide.
• Automatically Collected Information: Our website may collect non-identifiable information such as browser type or device data.

We use your information to:

• Communicate about programs, events, and opportunities
• Provide updates on community projects
• Track service learning hours and participation
• Send text messages or emails to individuals who have opted in

By providing your phone number, you consent to receive text messages from The Urban Studio / Community Design Lab about programs, events, volunteer opportunities, and community updates. Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply. You may reply STOP at any time to opt out or HELP for more information.

We use text messaging because it is the preferred communication method for many of our students and families, and it allows us to share timely reminders, updates, and opportunities that help participants stay engaged and informed.

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it only with trusted partners who help us deliver our programs, or if required by law.

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us at admin@theurbanstudio.org.

We may update this policy as needed. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.

Terms of Service – The Urban Studio / Community Design Lab

Effective Date: September 1, 2025

Welcome to The Urban Studio and Community Design Lab. By participating in our programs, visiting our website, or opting in to receive text messages, you agree to the following terms:

• Our programs are designed for educational and community engagement purposes.
• You agree to use our services responsibly and in compliance with applicable laws.

• By providing your phone number, you consent to receive text messages related to our programs, events, and opportunities.
• Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply.
• You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.

• Students and volunteers are responsible for accurately tracking and reporting service learning hours with our guidance.
• Participation in programs does not guarantee employment or academic credit outside of approved partnerships.

We strive to provide accurate information and safe programming, but we are not liable for any damages, losses, or injuries arising from use of our services or participation in programs.

We may update these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at admin@theurbanstudio.org