Missouri University of Science and Technology

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Public or Private: Public
Special Status: None
Federal Circuit: Eighth Circuit
Head of Institution: Chancellor John F. Carney III
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Chancellor's Office
1870 Miner Circle
206 Parker Hall
Rolla, MO 65409
573-341-4111
chancellor@umr.edu
Website: http://www.mst.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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Protected Group Harassment Policies (Learn More)

Information Brochure on Sexual Harassment 07-08
Examples of racial harassment:

* Use of jokes in the classroom or work place which have the effect of derogating a particular ethnic group
* Use of racial images in a demeaning way
What is racial harassment?

* Use of racial epithets
* Racially based derogatory language or behavior which is intended to interfere unduly with the work or academic performance of another

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Sexual and Racial Harassment Policy 07-08
Racism may be directed at an individual or group. It can be overt or subtle and is often manifested as racial harassment including the use of racial epithets or other racially based derogatory language or behavior which has the intended effect, or reasonably foreseeable effect of interfering unduly with the work or academic performance of another or creating a hostile, intimidating or offensive environment.
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Sexual Harassment Policies (Learn More)

Information Brochure on Sexual Harassment 07-08
What is sexual harassment?
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* Verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature which is offensive, intimidating or hostile in nature.
Examples of sexual harassment:
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* Sexually offensive remarks
* Use of inappropriate body images to advertise events
* Ogling and inappropriate staring
[...]
* Veiled suggestions of sexual activity
* Requests for meetings outside business hour and/or in non-academic settings
* Use of risqué jokes, stories, or images in the classroom or work place
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Sexual and Racial Harassment Policy 07-08
Sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other unwelcome verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature which creates an offensive, intimidating or hostile environment.
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General Harassment Policies (Learn More)

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Policies on Tolerance, Respect, Sensitivity, Hate, and Hate Speech (Learn More)

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Loyalty Oaths and Honor Codes (Learn More)

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Mission Statements (Learn More)

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Advertised Commitments to Freedom of Speech (Learn More)

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Other Speech Codes (Learn More)

Electronic Mail Acceptable Use Policy 07-08
Do not send annoying, offensive or otherwise harassing messages.
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Residence Hall Review: Customizing Your Living Environment 07-08
[D]isplaying beverage signs or other signs and
posters that are not in good taste with the university
environment [...] are all prohibited.
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Standard of Conduct 07-08
Disruptive or disorderly conduct or lewd, indecent, or obscene conduct or expression.
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Student Organization Policies: Posting Policy for Student Organizations 07-08
Statements and/or pictures interpreted as discriminatory, illegal, or negatively directed at other students, faculty, staff, or student groups is prohibited.
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The speech codes and policies above were last fully checked via internet and other research means by FIRE in January 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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