Open Expression Policy

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The University of Illinois Chicago, in its role as an academic institution, is committed to an environment in which a variety of ideas can be reasonably proposed and critically examined. We encourage the free exchange of ideas and the expression of dissent within the university community, while remaining committed to creating and nurturing an environment that balances our respect for individual freedom with our beliefs in responsibility towards community. These are indications of intellectual vitality and social awareness. Freedom of speech in this context will include all forms of communication and artistic expression as well as the freedom to listen, watch, protest, or otherwise participate in such communication (“open expression”).