University of Cincinnati
Branch Campus of a School System
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On this page, FIRE has excerpted policies that address speech and expression. You may download the full policy in .pdf form, below.
Policies on Diversity and Multiculturalism (Learn More)
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Policy Statement on Discriminatory Harassment 07-08
Discriminatory harassment is harassment that is based on the targeted individual's race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, status as disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era, or age.
To be guilty of harassment, the actor must either intend to produce the consequences described above or act in reckless disregard of whether such consequences might result from his or her actions.
Harassment is conduct that has the purpose or foreseeable effect of unreasonably interfering with an identifiable individual's work or academic performance or of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or learning environment for that individual.
Institutional Policy on Sexual Harassment 07-08
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or
physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when: [...]
3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering
with an individual's work or academic performance or creating an
intimidating, hostile or offensive working or study environment.
In addition, harassment without an overt sexual component can also violate
the law and university policies under the circumstances outlined in
Paragraph 3, where it is shown that the harassment is directed at an
individual because of the individual's gender.
Code of Student Conduct: Nonacademic Misconduct- Harassment 07-08
Harassment: Conduct that has the purpose or foreseeable effect of unreasonably interfering with an identifiable individual’s work or academic performance or of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work or learning environment for that individual [....]
Residence Hall Handbook: Harassment 07-08
Harassment of any individual for any
reason will not be tolerated. Harassment includes but is
not limited to the infliction of mental or emotional abuse,
ridicule, embarrassment, or intimidation.
Policies on Tolerance, Respect, Sensitivity, Hate, and Hate Speech (Learn More)
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Advertised Commitments to Freedom of Speech (Learn More)
Code of Student Conduct: Charter of Student Rights and Responsibilities 07-08
Students are members of society as well as members of the academic community. As members of society, students have the same responsibilities as other members of society and enjoy the same freedom of speech and peaceful assembly, and the right of petition that other members of society enjoy.
Use of Facilities Policy Manual: Demonstrations, Picketing and Rallies 07-08
Anyone requesting to demonstrate, picket or rally must give prior notice of
five (5) working days to the University Police.
Use of Facilities Policy Manual: Distribution of Printed Materials, Publicity, Promotional Methods, Posted Materials 07-08
Individuals wanting to distribute printed materials on the West Campus grounds must first
schedule the activity/distribution points in the Campus Scheduling Office. Distribution to the
University community of printed materials, including fliers, handbills, and announcements, is
limited to the east section of Mc Micken Commons, the sidewalk in front of Baldwin and the
angled sidewalk on Sigma Sigma Commons (see diagram).
Use of Facilities Policy Manual: Free Speech Area 07-08
The northwest section (see diagram) of McMicken Commons immediately east of McMicken
Hall on the West Campus is designated as the main free speech area. Individuals or groups
wanting to use these areas must schedule the activity in the Campus Scheduling Office. Anyone
violating this policy may be charged with trespassing.
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The speech codes and policies above were last fully checked via internet and other research means by FIRE in November 2007. According to FIRE’s research the substantive policies are current at least until this date. Directory information, including the name of the president of the college or university, may have been updated more recently. If any policy has been revised, or if you believe that we are in error, please contact us.
Below, FIRE has excerpted policies affecting freedom of association and materials related to mandatory student orientations. Please note that the materials below this line do not affect a college or university's Speech Code Rating.
Mandatory Student Orientation Materials
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Student Fee Policies Affecting Freedom of Association
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Other Policies Restricting Freedom of Association
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