Texas Tech University
Undergraduate Non-Branch Campus
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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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Sexual Harassment 08-09
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when: [...] Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's academic or work performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working or educational environment.
Examples of inappropriate behavior often cited in sexual harassment complaints include, but are not limited to, the following: sexual teasing, jokes, remarks, or questions; sexual looks and gestures; sexual innuendoes or stories; sexual favoritism; pressure for dates or sexual favors; gifts, letters, calls, e-mails, or materials of a sexual nature; unwelcome physical contact (touching, patting, stroking, rubbing); sexually explicit visual material (calendars, posters, cards, software, internet materials); catcalls or whistling in a demeaning manner with sexual overtones; and/or inappropriate comments about dress or physical appearance.
Student Handbook: Code of Student Conduct- Misconduct 08-09
Unwelcomed sexual advances, requests for sexual favors,
or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that
expressly or implicitly imposes conditions upon, threatens,
interferes with, or creates an intimidating, hostile, or
demeaning environment for an individual's (I) academic
pursuits, (II) university employment, (III) participation in
activities sponsored by the university or organizations or
groups related to the university, or (IV) opportunities to
benefit from other aspects of university life.
Student Handbook: Code of Conduct 07-08
Conduct which threatens or endangers the health or safety of self
or others, including, but not limited to, acts such as physical
assault, physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, intimidation,
harassment, and/or coercion.
Policies on Tolerance, Respect, Sensitivity, Hate, and Hate Speech (Learn More)
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Advertised Commitments to Freedom of Speech (Learn More)
Student Handbook: Assumptions and Beliefs 08-09
Students need to be encouraged and free to explore ideas, test values and
assumptions in experience, face dilemmas of doubt and perplexity, question their
society, criticize and be criticized. Hence the doctrines of academic freedom and
of free speech that are central to the classroom must extend to other areas of
campus life. Colleges and universities must protect and encourage ideological
exploration and avoid policies or practices that bind the inquiring minds and
spirits of students, faculty, and staff.
Student Handbook: Freedom of Expression Activities and Forum Areas 08-09
The open exchange of information, opinions, and ideas between students
is an essential element of the campus experience. These policies are
intended to protect the interests of all students as well as other members
of the university community. These policies presume that students are
generally free to engage in freedom of expression activities in those
outdoor areas of campus that are common and accessible to all students
(such as park-like areas and sidewalks) without the need of prior approval
of the university.
Student Handbook: Rights and Responsibilities of Students in the Academic Community- Citizenship 08-09
As members of the academic community, university students enjoy the privileges and share the obligations of the larger community of which the university is a part. [...] Freedom of discussion, inquiry and
expression is protected and nurtured in the classroom as the safeguard of
the freedom to learn.
Student Handbook: Code of Student Conduct- Misconduct 08-09
Access, creation, storage, or transmission of material deemed
offensive, indecent, or obscene other than for official academic
purposes.
Student Handbook: Freedom of Expression Activities and Forum Areas 08-09
Students engaged in freedom of expression activities may be
subject to discipline under the Code of Student Conduct for the
following actions: [...] Activities that include the use of obscenities, libelous
statements, or “fighting words,” as defined by law.
Student Handbook: Solicitations, Advertisements and Printed Materials 08-09
Printed materials shall not include the use of obscenities,
libelous statements, or “fighting words,” as defined by law.
Texas Tech University System Policies Affecting Computer Use: Ethics- User Conduct 08-09
The use of computers and the network is a privilege, not a right--a privilege that may be temporarily or even permanently revoked at any time for abusive conduct. Such conduct would include [...] the use of abusive or otherwise objectionable language in either public or private messages [....]
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The speech codes and policies above were last fully checked via internet and other research means by FIRE in September 2008. 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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