University of Georgia
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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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Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy 08-09
Unwelcome verbal or physical conduct which is directed at a person because of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or disability, when: [...] 1. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with the individual’s work or educational performance;
2. Such conduct creates or has the intention of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working and/or learning environment; or
3. Such conduct unreasonably interferes with one’s ability to participate in or benefit from an educational program or activity.
Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy 08-09
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature, when:
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Such conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with the individual's work or educational performance; of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working and/or learning environment; or of interfering with one's ability to participate in or benefit from an educational program or activity.
Examples of sexual harassment may include, but are not limited to the following:
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3. Sexual advances, physical or implied, or direct propositions of a sexual nature. This activity may include inappropriate/unnecessary touching or rubbing against another, sexually suggestive or degrading jokes or comments, remarks of a sexual nature about one's clothing and/or body, preferential treatment in exchange for sexual activity, and the inappropriate display of sexually explicit pictures, text, printed materials, or objects that do not serve an academic purpose.
4. A pattern of conduct, which can be subtle in nature, that has sexual overtones and is intended to create or has the effect of creating discomfort and/or that humiliates another.
5. Remarks speculating about a person's sexual activities or sexual history, or remarks about one's own sexual activities or sexual history that do not serve a medical or academic purpose.
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Policies on Tolerance, Respect, Sensitivity, Hate, and Hate Speech (Learn More)
Department of University Housing Community Guide: Acts of Intolerance 08-09
Acts of intolerance are behaviors that, by intent and/or outcome, harm or threaten to
harm a person or group. These behaviors are motivated by prejudice toward a person or
group because of their race, religion, ethnicity, abilities, national origin, gender, body size,
socioeconomic status or sexual orientation. An act of intolerance can include either overt
or covert actions, including verbal attacks and/or physical assaults on students and/or
their property (including residence hall doors), as well as jokes, posters or comments.
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Advertised Commitments to Freedom of Speech (Learn More)
Student Handbook: University Conduct Regulations- Policy on Freedom of Expression 08-09
No rights are more highly regarded at the University of Georgia than the First amendment
guarantees of freedom of speech, freedom of expression, and the right to assemble
peaceably.
Student Handbook: University Conduct Regulations- Disorderly Conduct 08-09
Physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment, coercion, and/or other
conduct that threatens or endangers the health or safety of another person. In recognition
and support of the First Amendment of the United States Constitution, freedom of expression
and academic freedom shall be considered in investigating and reviewing these types of
alleged conduct violations.
Student Handbook: University Conduct Regulations- Policy on Freedom of Expression 08-09
Other areas of the campus and other times are occasionally used for speeches and
demonstrations. Plans for speeches and demonstrations in other areas and times must be
approved by the Director of Campus Life at least 48 hours in advance of the event. Such
plans will be considered in accordance with the principle of content neutrality.
The areas designated as “Free Expression Areas” for
speeches and demonstrations are the Tate Student Center Plaza and the Memorial Hall
Plaza. These areas are available for speaking, demonstrating, or other forms of expression
between 8am and 9pm, Monday through Friday except when the areas have been reserved
by a university department or registered student organization.
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The speech codes and policies above were last fully checked via internet and other research means by FIRE in August 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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