This document provides a statement of general policy concerning the rights and responsibilities of the students. The rights enumerated in this document are not to be interpreted as excluding other rights commonly accepted in the academic community. Every aspect of the educational process should promote the free expression of ideas. Students are free to pass resolutions, distribute leaflets, picket, circulate petitions, discuss and take other lawful action respecting any matter which directly or indirectly concerns or affects them. These actions are subject only to reasonable time, place and manner considerations.
Students have the right of freedom of speech and assembly.
They may publicly assemble to demonstrate support for or opposition to causes or candidates. University control of campus facilities shall not be used to prevent the free exchange of ideas. The prescribed areas of public assembly shall not be isolated from the natural gathering points of the university. Students are also free to invite and hear speakers of their choice. Students are free to express verbal exception to the data or views offered in courses of study and to reserve personal judgment as to the truth or falsity of what is presented.