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Boise State University

Public University

Boise, Idaho

Speech Code Rating

Student Code of Conduct: Freedom of Expression

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Green
Speech Code Category

Advertised Commitments to Free Expression
Last Updated

May 23, 2025

As a Member of the University Community, students enjoy the freedoms of speech, peaceful assembly, and right of petition.

Boise State University Policy # 8000: Information Technology Resource Use

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Green
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Internet Usage Policies
Last Updated

May 23, 2025

The First Amendment rights of academic freedom and freedom of expression, including the responsibilities associated with those rights, apply to the use of University IT Resources. ... Users must not use University IT Resources to/for: ... Visit, view, or distribute data or…

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