Student Life: Demonstration Guidelines
University of Massachusetts - Amherst
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Demonstration Guidelines:
- All students have the right to demonstrate on campus.
- The university’s policies regarding demonstrations are content-neutral, but the university can intervene if there is a clear danger or disruption.
- Certain restrictions apply to entering campus buildings for demonstrations.
- Safety and security reasons may restrict access to specific areas on campus.
- Legal activities that do not violate rights or harm property are allowed.
- Counter-demonstrations are permitted but should respect others' rights.
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Counter-Protests:
Protest, demonstrations, or other acts of free expression on campus may prompt a counter-protest or other forms of expression. When these arise, the expression of all parties will be supported in accordance with university policies and this guidance. On occasion, a separate area may be designated for those seeking to counter-protest.