Free Expression on Campus
Free Expression on Campus
Freedom of expression, as guaranteed under the First Amendment, and academic freedom, as defined by the Laws of the Regents, while distinctly separate concepts, are central to UCCS’s academic mission and underlie our community values of inclusivity and critical thinking. This site outlines UCCS’s steadfast commitment to freedom of expression and academic freedom and highlights relevant policies, programs, and events.
The First Amendment
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peacefully to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.
Information For Students
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UCCS Creed
Universities provide unique opportunities for you to hear from a variety of viewpoints, express your own views and debate issues, get involved and make change. An active, vocal, and engaged student body is a keystone of university life.
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UCCS Registered Student Organization Funding Requests
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Student Code of Conduct
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Report an Alleged Violation of Academic Freedom
Policies & Procedures
UCCS Policies & Procedures
Regent Laws & Policies
- Article 1: Freedom of Expression
- Policy 1: Freedom of Expression
- Article 5 and Policy 5: Faculty (including academic freedom)
- Article 7: Students (including academic freedom)
- Policy 7: Students (including academic freedom)
- Regent Law Article 10, Nondiscrimination
- Regent Policy 10I, Political participation of University Community
