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SAP 29.01.03.T0.05: Information Technology Services – Email Use
Speech Code Rating: Yellow
Speech Code Category: Internet Usage Policies
Last updated: October 16, 2018The following activities are prohibited: * Sending email that is intimidating or harassing … Read MoreCampus Rules and Procedures: Publicity Rules and Procedures
Speech Code Rating: Yellow
Speech Code Category: Posting and Distribution Policies
Last updated: October 16, 2018For the purpose of this policy, Publicity and Solicitation are defined as advertising through means of printed materials (such as flyers and banners), sandwich board, A-frames or other outdoor displays, distribution of literature or handbills, and/or campaigning (political or other). … Any publicity or solicit... Read MoreStudent Organizations: Event Management
Speech Code Rating: Yellow
Speech Code Category: Protest and Demonstration Policies
Last updated: October 16, 2018Event Management Student organizations should consult with the Department of Student Involvement, Spirit, Tradition, and Family Relations before planning any major event. Some events may require an event checklist to be completed. These include: Any program or event open to anyone outside of the organization’s memb... Read MoreCode of Student Conduct: Unauthorized or Irresponsible Use of Electronic Equipment
Speech Code Rating: Yellow
Speech Code Category: Internet Usage Policies
Last updated: October 16, 2018Misuse or abuse of computer equipment, programs, or data including, but not limited to: … Use of computing and resources to send obscene or abusive messages. Read MoreCode of Student Conduct: Bullying/Cyberbullying
Speech Code Rating: Yellow
Speech Code Category: Bullying Policies
Last updated: October 16, 20185.6.5 Bullying – Defined as the use of repeated or severe verbal and/or non-verbal means in order to coerce or force a person to do something or to degrade a person, including, but not limited to, the use of taunting, teasing, or coercive language, pushing, punching, or creating threatening notes/letters/signs... Read MoreSAP 08.01.01.T1.03: Sexual and Other Gender-Based Misconduct
Speech Code Rating: Yellow
Speech Code Category: Harassment Policies
Last updated: October 16, 2018Sexual Harassment: Sexual harassment is unwelcome, gender-based verbal or physical conduct that is sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive that it unreasonably interferes with, denies or limits someone’s ability to participate in or benefit from the university’s educational program and/or activities, and is bas... Read MoreCode of Student Conduct: Harassment/Threatening Behaviors
Speech Code Rating: Green
Speech Code Category: Harassment Policies
Last updated: October 16, 20185.6.2 Harassment Behavior that is severe, pervasive or persistent to a degree that a reasonable person similarly situated would be prevented from accessing an educational opportunity or benefit. Read More
Texas A&M journalism programs at risk after faculty advisor punished for protecting sources
October 25, 2018
The revelation that Tarleton State University is punishing a faculty journalism advisor for helping a student reporter protect the identity of her confidential sources is one that threatens the integrity of journalism programs across the entire Texas A&M University System, of which Tarleton State is a member. Earlier this year, Quanecia Fraser, a reporter at… Read more
REPORT: Artists clash with campus censors
July 10, 2018
Art purged for being “one-sided,” among other excuses Censors, often not understanding the message, ban art rather than grapple with its meaning PHILADELPHIA, July 10, 2018 — Art censorship is nothing new. Spanish conquistadors smashed ceramics of ancient Peruvian cultures that portrayed gay and lesbian sex. The Roman Catholic Church of the 15th century was… Read more
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