The University affirms the right of each student to be free from discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability. It abides by the provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, other existing Federal and State laws and executive orders pertaining to equal rights, and the University President's Policy on Harassment. Freedom in the Classroom Freedom of discussion and expression of views is encouraged and protected. It is the responsibility of the faculty in the classroom and in conference to ensure the realization not only of the fact but of the spirit of free inquiry. Information about student views, beliefs, and political association which faculty acquire in the course of their work as instructors, advisors, and counselors is considered confidential by the University.
Faculty have the responsibility to maintain order.
Part of this instructional function includes allowing appropriate time for the statement of views which may be different from those professed. The University recognizes the right of any group of students to form a voluntary organization for any purpose not forbidden by law. The facilities and services of the University may be available for use by registered organizations, upon timely request, for their meetings and programs based upon policies governing such use related to staffing, maintenance, financial resources, and hours of operation. All registered student organizations shall have, through the Department of Student Activities and Union Programs, access to a statement of those regulations which affect them. All registered student organizations have the right to petition the University for redress of grievances, amendment to University regulations, and modification of policies which affect them.