George Washington 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 Policy and Procedures 07-08
The University has adopted the following definition of sexual harassment [...]
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when [...] (3) such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's academic or work performance or limiting participation in University programs; or (4) the intent or effect of such conduct is to create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive academic or work environment. Sexual harassment may occur without regard to either party’s gender.
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Policies on Tolerance, Respect, Sensitivity, Hate, and Hate Speech (Learn More)
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Advertised Commitments to Freedom of Speech (Learn More)
Guide to Student Rights and Responsibilities: Statement on Student Rights and Responsibilities 07-08
Student organizations and individual students shall be free to examine and to discuss all questions of interest to them and to express opinions publicly and privately.
Academic institutions exist for the transmission of knowledge, the pursuit of truth, the development of students, and the general well-being of society. Free inquiry and free expression are indispensable to the attainment of these goals. As members of the academic community, students should be encouraged to develop the capacity for critical judgment and to engage in a sustained and independent search for truth.
Guide to Student Rights and Responsibilities: Code of Student Conduct- Disorderly Conduct 07-08
The following are examples of misconduct subject to disciplinary action:
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s. Disorderly Conduct - Acting in a manner to annoy, disturb, interfere with, obstruct, or be offensive to others; shouting or making excessive noise either inside or outside a building to the annoyance or disturbance of others; verbally abusing University officials acting in performance of their duties; or acting in a lewd or indecent manner.
Residential Community Conduct Guidelines and Administrative Policies 07-08
Verbal abuse, threat of force or intimidation of others is unacceptable and is subject to disciplinary action.
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The speech codes and policies above were last fully checked via internet and other research means by FIRE in September 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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