Presidential Order (Interim): Use of University Buildings, Facilities, and Grounds

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While there is rarely consensus over what may constitute hurtful and/or hateful speech, good taste, or appropriate comments, there can be no question, particularly in the university setting, that freedom of expression as guaranteed by the First Amendment is a cherished and protected right. Accordingly, the campus community is asked to respect the rights of others to express themselves. While one may find certain expressions or materials offensive or insulting, the appropriate way to counteract such expression is through discourse, criticism, and the expression of contrary points of view. Free speech is allowed and supported as long as it does not violate other laws or University orders, policies, or procedures.