Freedom of Expression
Fort Hays State University is fully committed to the principles of freedom of speech and freedom of expression, and recognizes that these principles are important as both legal rights and in the interest of furthering the University’s academic mission. These web pages are intended to highlight the University’s commitment to these principles and provide useful resources for University stakeholders as they learn about and navigate important issues relating to freedom of expression on campus.
Kansas Board of Regents Freedom of Expression Statement
Fort Hays State University has adopted the Kansas Board of Regents Statement on Free Expression.
Key University Policies and Freedom of Expression
- Use of Campus Facilities
- Campus Posting Policy
- Digital Signage Policy
- Acceptable Use of Computing Resources
- Website Advertising
- Interim Title IX Policy and related language in Judicial Affairs policies
- “Disorderly Conduct” definition in Student Code of Conduct
- “Dissent and Protest” section of Student Organization Handbook
- Several sections of Residential Life Handbook (e.g., Harassment, Community Standards, Disorderly Conduct)
Frequently Asked Questions
See Additional FAQs here.
Curriculum/Orientation Resources
The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) has worked with New York University’s First Amendment Watch to develop and share a number of “lessons” relating to free speech and freedom of expression on college campuses. This material is accessible here, and express permission for its use in curriculum or orientation has been granted.