free speech

  1. October 17, 2024

    Regents vote to approve institutional neutrality

    The Board of Regents has established a new policy of institutional neutrality, adopting a heavy presumption against institutional statements on political and social issues not directly connected to internal university functions.

  2. October 7, 2024

    Public comments sought on Regents’ Bylaw about institutional neutrality

    The Board of Regents is seeking public comment on a proposed addition to the Regents’ Bylaws that addresses institutional neutrality at U-M.

  3. 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.

  4. June 24, 2024

    REMINDER: Survey on freedom of expression closes June 30

    The deadline is June 30 to offer feedback on U-M’s climate for freedom of expression and diversity of thought, and whether the university should adopt a policy of institutional neutrality.

  5. 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.

  6. March 28, 2024

    FAQ – Disruptive Activity Policy Survey

    Frequently asked questions regarding the survey to gather input about the Draft Disruptive Activity Policy.

  7. 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.

  8. January 16, 2024

    University adopts statement on diversity of thought, freedom of speech

    U-M has adopted principles on diversity of thought and free speech, “guided by the letter and spirit of the First Amendment” and “consistent with our commitment to nurturing a diverse, equitable and inclusive community.”

  9. January 15, 2024

    Board of Regents schedules special meeting for Jan. 16

    The Board of Regents will conduct a special meeting at 4 p.m. Jan. 16 to vote on a statement regarding free speech. It follows a public feedback period on a draft statement of principles.

  10. November 12, 2023

    Academic freedom lecturer addresses censorship threats

    Jonathan Friedman of PEN America highlighted the impact on higher education of increased legislation censoring the teaching of race, gender and sexuality in public schools.