Florida International University
Branch Campus of a School System
A red light university has at least one policy that both clearly and substantially restricts freedom of speech. Read more here.
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Florida International University |
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Public |
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None |
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Eleventh Circuit |
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President Modesto A. Maidique
Florida International University
Office of the President
University Park Campus
11200 S.W. 8th Street
Miami, FL 33199
305-348-2111
maidique@fiu.edu |
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http://www.fiu.edu |
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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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Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution: Offenses 07-08
Sexual Misconduct: [...] Conduct of a sexual nature that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive campus, educational, or working environment for another person. This includes unwanted, unwelcome, inappropriate, or irrelevant sexual or gender-based activities, comments or gestures.
Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution: Offenses 07-08
Personal Abuse:
1. Verbal or written abuse of any person including, indecent or obscene expressions or conduct.
2. Conduct directed at a member of the University community which is intended to cause fear, distress, or intimidation and would cause fear, distress, or intimidation to a reasonable person or would place a reasonable person in fear of injury or death.
Policies on Tolerance, Respect, Sensitivity, Hate, and Hate Speech (Learn More)
Standards of Student Conduct: Student Code of Standards 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.
Standards of Conduct: Student Code of Standards 07-08
As a member of this community:
* I will respect the tradition of academic inquiry, the University’s rules of conduct, and its mission.
* I will respect the opinions and differences of all members of the FIU community.
* I will practice civility and demonstrate conduct that reflects the values of the institution.
* I will respect the rights and property of the University and its members.
* I will be diligent and honest in my personal and academic endeavors.
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Advertised Commitments to Freedom of Speech (Learn More)
Student Conduct Process: Student Code of Conduct- Freedom of Expression and Assembly 07-08
Students are guaranteed freedom of expression.
Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution: Offenses 07-08
The posting or promotion of material or propaganda, including, but not limited to, posters, flyers, banners, brochures, web sites, and clothing, which can be considered offensive or graphic in nature, or depicts demeaning sexual or discriminatory portrayal of individuals.
Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution: Online Social Networking and Cyber Communities 07-08
No one likes a bully, even in online communities! Although this is America and freedom of speech is a right, sexual harassment, personal abuse and threats are not protected speech. Remember: You can be in violation of the FIU Student Code of Conduct for your online behavior. Have fun online, but remember the “Golden Rule” still applies.
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The speech codes and policies above were last fully checked via internet and other research means by FIRE in July 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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