Freedom of Expression Protocols

Relevant Excerpt

All publicly accessible areas of campus, (“Exterior Space(s)”) may be used for expressive activity.

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In order to provide necessary resources to support the exercise of one’s constitutional rights, members of the University community and the public are encouraged to register their events.

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Spontaneous Campus Expression

1. To accommodate the need for immediate and spontaneous expression and to better facilitate the free exchange of ideas, spontaneous expressive activity shall take place in the identified Exterior Spaces.
2. Exterior Spaces are available for this purpose between 8:00 am and 12:00 In order to minimize reservation conflicts and best accommodate all interested users, the University encourages all parties to register activity at https://www.niu.edu/studentinvolvement/forms-and-policies/foe/registration-form.shtml for scheduling.
3. Spontaneous campus expressive activities shall not interfere and/or disrupt previously registered events as specified above.

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The University may not impose restrictions on individuals or organizations engaged in expressive activities due to the viewpoint of their expression or the possible reaction to that expression. The University has the right to act upon legally unprotected speech in a manner of protecting the campus The University shall take all necessary steps to ensure public safety while allowing the expressive activity to continue. The University has the right to consider and act upon security concerns or if an imminent threat exists.