Free Expression and Assembly

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As stated in the Blazer Creed, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. VSU is committed to protecting the rights of freedom of speech, expression, petition, religion, and peaceful assembly as guaranteed by the First Amendment in the U. S. Constitution and set forth in Board of Regents’ Policy 6.5.

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This policy in no way prohibits members of the University Community from engaging in expression in open outdoor areas of campus between the hours of 8:30am and 10:00pm, Monday through Sunday, and does not apply to University-sponsored activity or classroom instruction or participation, but rather establishes a designated Public Forum Venue at VSU and sets forth requirements for forum reservations in the following limited circumstances: (1) members of the University Community who plan an event or expression with 30 or more persons; and, (2) individuals or groups who are not members of the University Community but wish to express themselves on VSU’s campus.