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Chicago Statement for Free Speech Adopted

Institutional Neutrality Adopted

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Student Life & Conduct: Posting Policy

Policy Rating

Green
Speech Code Category

Posting and Distribution Policies
Last Reviewed by FIRE

April 23, 2026

Members of the University community may publicize their events or causes in designated areas on campus through several methods (see Other Publicity and Promotion Methods section for information on chalking, leaflets, online calendars, and table tents). The form and content of the…

Student Life & Conduct: Protest and Demonstrations Policy

Policy Rating

Green
Speech Code Category

Advertised Commitments to Free Expression
Last Reviewed by FIRE

April 23, 2026

The primary function of a university is to discover and disseminate knowledge by means of research and teaching. To fulfill this function, a free interchange of ideas is necessary not only within the University but also with the larger society. At the…

University Policies: Civil Behavior in a University Setting

Policy Rating

Green
Speech Code Category

Policies on Tolerance, Respect, and Civility
Last Reviewed by FIRE

April 23, 2026

The ideas of different members of the University community will frequently conflict, and we do not attempt to shield people from ideas that they may find unwelcome, disagreeable, or even offensive. Nor, as a general rule, does the University intervene to enforce…

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