Florida Atlantic University
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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University Catalog: Sexual Harassment Regulation 07-08
For purposes of this rule, sexual harassment is defined
as any unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors,
or other communication or physical conduct of a sexual nature
from any person when: [...] Such conduct or request unreasonably interferes
with an individual’s work or academic performance or creates
an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment for working
or learning.
Guide to University Living: Harassment 07-08
Conduct that creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive campus educational or work environment for another person or group
is prohibited. This includes activities that may take place through electronic medium. Conduct that threatens, harms or
intimidates another person or group is prohibited.
Student Code of Conduct: Violations of the Code of Conduct 07-08
(n) Acts of verbal, written or physical abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment,
coercion or other conduct which threaten the health, safety or welfare of any person.
Policies on Tolerance, Respect, Sensitivity, Hate, and Hate Speech (Learn More)
Guidebook to University Living: Standards for Community Living 07-08
Bigotry and hatred will be given no home within our University Housing community. Verbal or written abuse, threats, intimidation, and violence, are not acceptable behaviors. Excuses, including alcohol or substance abuse as an excuse, reason or rationale for such behavior, will not be accepted.
Student Code of Conduct: Respect for Self and Others 07-08
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner which exemplifies
respect for people of all races, religions, and ethnic groups, and to adhere to one's
personal values without unduly imposing them on others. Respect for one's own
mind and body, is essential.
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Advertised Commitments to Freedom of Speech (Learn More)
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Student Code of Conduct: Philosophy 07-08
Since behavior which is not in keeping with standards acceptable to the University community is often symptomatic of attitudes, misconceptions, and emotional crises; reeducation and rehabilitative activities are an essential elements of the
disciplinary process.
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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
Student Handbook: Student Organizations
Campus organizations shall be open to all students without respect to race, creed, or national origin.
