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University Standard 04-040: Freedom of Speech and Expression

Oregon State University

  • Speech Code Rating
    Green
  • Speech Code Category
    Advertised Commitments to Free Expression
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Oregon State University (“university”) recognizes and supports the constitutionally guaranteed rights of free speech and expression (“free speech”) and will not infringe upon these rights, even when some find the content of expressed views offensive, objectionable, or contrary to the university’s institutional values.

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Freedom of speech and expression are indispensable to the university’s ability to transmit knowledge and fundamental to the University Community’s pursuit to discover, explore, interpret, and question knowledge and opinions. Differences and dissenting viewpoints are not only tolerated but welcomed as part of the educational process.

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Public areas: University property that is open to the University Community and the Public for Speech Activities. This includes the outdoor areas of university property, but also includes bulletin boards or other areas that have been designated as opened to the Public and University Community for Speech Activities.

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