Freedom of Expression. 6.2.1 Progress on addressing matters of concern within an academic community requires the free and open exchange of ideas, approaches, and points of view. Accordingly, the CCSNH is committed to an environment in which free expression is the right of every member of the college community. It is likewise essential that such expressions of points of view be conducted in a climate of mutual respect, with due regard for the rights of others and in a responsible manner that prevents disruption and permits the efficient and effective operations of the CCSNH.
6.2.2 In his/her role as a citizen, every member of the CCSNH community has the same freedoms as other citizens. However, in his/her external communications he/she has an obligation to make every effort to indicate that he/she is not an institutional spokesperson. Nothing herein shall be construed as an abridgement of the rights guaranteed to every member of the CCSNH community by the constitutions of the United States, or the State of New Hampshire.
Freedom of Expression. The right of public school students to freedom of speech was affirmed by the United States Supreme Court in Tinker v. Des Moines Community School District, 393 U.S. 503 (1969).
Freedom of Expression. Everyone shall have the right to freedom of expression;
Freedom of Expression. Nothing in this Agreement shall abridge the right of any duly authorized representative of the Union to present views of the Union on issues which affect the welfare of its members.
Freedom of Expression. When representing or speaking as an employee of BBCC, academic employees will adhere to the principles of fair comment and criticism, neither speaking nor publishing libelous statements. When speaking as a private citizen, the academic employee should make an effort to indicate that they are not an institutional spokesperson.
1. Academic employees, both full and part-time, are entitled to freedom in the classroom in discussing their subject and should make every effort not to introduce into their teaching controversial matter which has no relation to their subject. The academic employees should always strive for accuracy and should show respect for the opinion of others.
Freedom of Expression. 1.2.1 Academic freedom is essential to the fulfillment of the educational purposes of the Dublin Unified School District.
1.2.2 Freedom of individual expression is encouraged by the Board of Trustees.
1.2.3 It is mutually recognized that freedom carries with it responsibility.
1.2.4 Academic freedom also carries with it academic responsibility which is determined by the basic ideals, goals, and institutions of the local community. Discussion and analysis of controversial issues should be conducted within the framework of the fundamental values of the community, as they are expressed in the educational philosophy and objectives of the Board of Trustees.
Freedom of Expression. This freedom relates to the rights and responsibilities of the students and staff of FMC to contribute to the fostering of a positive, safe and stimulating environment in which to best pursue the academic programmes offered by FMC. Freedom of expression is a key part of the Higher Education (HE) experience. Sharing ideas is crucial for learning, and allows students to think critically, to challenge opposing issues/views and to engage with different perspectives within the general context of theological education, through reasoned and carefully evidenced debate and discussion. The five core ideas governing freedom of expression in the context of HE are:
1. Everyone has the right to free speech within the law
2. HEIs should always work to widen reasoned and evidence-based debate and challenge, never to narrow it
3. Any decision about speakers and events should seek to promote and protect the right to freedom of expression
4. Peaceful protest is a protected form of expression; however, protest should not be allowed to shut down debate or infringe the rights of others
5. Freedom of expression should not be abused for the purpose of unchallenged hatred or bigotry. HEIs should always aim to encourage balanced, reasoned and evidence-based debate*
Freedom of Expression. In order to give expression to this commitment, so far as is reasonably practicable, access to the premises of FMC shall not be denied to any registered student or staff member of FMC, or to any individual or body of persons invited to the premises of FMC by a registered student or staff member of FMC, on any grounds relating to: • the beliefs or views of that registered student, staff member or person so invited; or • the policies or objectives of that body; except insofar as the expression of such belief, views, policies or objectives shall be unlawful and where it is reasonably anticipated that the unlawful expression of such beliefs, views, policies or objectives might occur on the relevant occasion. Subject to the above, it shall be contrary to this Agreement for any person to take any action other than by reasonable and peaceful persuasion or peaceful protest, and to prevent any student or group of students from attending any lecture, tutorial or other academic activity required by, or properly associated with, the programme for which they are duly enrolled because of the lawful views held or expressed or which are reasonably likely to be expressed as part of that academic activity, whether or not it takes place within FMC. However, the commitments to academic freedom (Appendix A) and freedom of speech (Appendix B) within the law are not absolute. FMC is not required to provide a platform for views which are contrary to civil or criminal law. It is mindful of its other legal obligations which may require it to have regard to what is said on its premises, so in addition to affirming FMC’s commitment to promoting academic freedom and freedom of speech within the law, this Agreement also specifies circumstances in which academic freedom and freedom of speech might properly be restricted. Therefore, FMC may itself apply restrictions (see procedure below) in circumstances where they are necessary for FMC: • to discharge its obligations under the Education (No 2) Act 1986, The Education Reform Act 1988, or the Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015; or • to safeguard the safety, health and welfare of its registered students, staff and other persons lawfully upon the premises or engaged in activities associated with FMC, including giving effect to the safeguards set out in the Equalities Act 2010; or • to enable use of FMC’s premises to be consistent with maintaining and promoting the efficient conduct and administration of FMC’s functions. Just as FMC wil...
Freedom of Expression. Employees shall be allowed reasonable freedom in expressing personal opinions on all matters relevant to course content, provided, however, that where they do so they shall make every effort to indicate that they are speaking personally and not on behalf of the school, its administration or the Board.
Freedom of Expression. The right of public school students to freedom of speech was affirmed by the United States Supreme Court in Tinker v. Des Moines Community School District, 393 U.S. 503 (1969). Students have the right to express themselves unless the expression materially and substantially interferes with the educational process, threatens immediate harm to the welfare of the school or community, encourages unlawful activity or interferes with another individual’s rights. Students may use publications, handbills, announcements, assemblies, group meetings, buttons, armbands and any other means of common communication, provided that the use of public school communications facilities shall be in accordance with the regulations of the authority in charge of those facilities. Students have the responsibility to obey laws governing libel and obscenity and to be aware of the full meaning of their expression. Students have the responsibility to be aware of the feelings and opinions of others and to give others a fair opportunity to express their views. Identification of the individual student or at least one responsible person in a student group may be required on posted or distributed materials. School officials may require students to submit for prior approval a copy of materials to be displayed, posted or distributed on school property. Bulletin boards shall conform with the following: School authorities may restrict the use of certain bulletin boards. Bulletin board space should be provided for the use of students and student organizations. School officials may require that notices or other communications be officially dated before posting, and that the materials be removed after a prescribed reasonable time to assure full access to the bulletin boards. School newspapers and publications shall conform with the following: Students have a right and are as free as editors of other newspapers to report the news and to editorialize within the provisions in paragraphs (4) and (5). School officials shall supervise student newspapers published with school equipment, remove obscene or libelous material and edit other material that would cause a substantial disruption or interference with school activities. School officials may not censor or restrict material simply because it is critical of the school or its administration. Prior approval procedures regarding copy for school newspapers shall identify the individual to whom the material is to be submitted and shall establish a limitatio...
