Policy Manual: 07.006 Free Speech and Public Assembly on Campus Grounds
University of North Texas
Relevant Excerpt
Campus grounds are available for expressive activities between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. as permitted by this policy.
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The University of North Texas (UNT) recognizes that freedom of expression and public assembly are fundamental rights of all persons and are essential components of the education process. These activities promote debate and the sharing of ideas, which are the foundation of educational institutions.
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Students, employees, and visitors may engage in expressive activity on campus grounds, including by responding to the expressive activities of others, as long as the conduct is not unlawful and the expressive activity does not materially and substantially disrupt the functioning of the university; and as set out in this policy.
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Reservation of Campus Grounds for Expressive Activities
1. Campus grounds generally are open to students and employees for expressive activity. Individuals and organizations are encouraged to reserve the common outdoor areas on campus identified by the Division of Student Affairs as available for reservation. These areas may be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to the reservation procedures published by the Dean of Students Office and set out in this policy. Visitors may only reserve space in the Designated Areas. Only the individuals or organizations that reserve space may use the area for expressive activity during the reserved period.
2. A reservation is required to engage in expressive activity on campus grounds at least five (5) business days in advance of an event when the use of amplified sound, outdoor structure, or when a crowd of 50 or more people is anticipated.