free expression
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December 5, 2024
University sets policy on diversity statements
U-M will no longer solicit diversity statements as part of faculty hiring, promotion and tenure. The statements have been criticized for their potential to limit freedom of expression and diversity of thought.
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September 17, 2024
Committee report recommends institutional neutrality for university
U-M should adopt a position of institutional neutrality on political or social issues not directly connected to internal university functions, says a report by an advisory committee on diversity of thought and freedom of expression.
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August 26, 2024
U-M highlights updated policies as new school year begins
As students return to campus for the fall semester, U-M has taken steps to highlight existing policies around free speech and create new ones related to student disciplinary procedures and campus operations.
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April 3, 2024
Listening to feedback on the draft Disruptive Activity Policy
President Santa J. Ono has emailed U-M faculty, staff and students with an update on the process for reviewing and considering feedback to the U-M’s proposed Disruptive Activity Policy.
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March 27, 2024
U-M requests feedback on proposed Disruptive Activity Policy
The university is seeking feedback from the Ann Arbor campus community on a draft policy designed to address disruptions to university events and operations.
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March 4, 2024
Committee to advise on diversity of thought, free expression
U-M has formed an advisory committee to recommend how the institution should put into practice a new statement of principles on diversity of thought and freedom of expression.
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October 27, 2023
U-M statement on campus safety and free expression
A university message to the Ann Arbor campus community addresses concerns about safety and discrimination, and outlines measures “to assure the continuity of education in the safest manner possible.”
