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Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

Public University

Carbondale, Illinois

Speech Code Rating

Student Conduct Code: Student Rights and Responsibilities

Policy Rating

Green
Speech Code Category

Advertised Commitments to Free Expression
Last Reviewed by FIRE

April 23, 2026

All students have the right to engage in a free exchange of ideas. University policies are intended to safeguard the rights of free inquiry, expression, and assembly. All students have the right to freely express their views and examine all questions of…

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