Independent thought and diversity of opinions are an integral part of the CSUCI philosophy, and freedom of expression is necessary for the University to fulfill its mission of producing and disseminating knowledge. Without the ability of the campus community to freely hear, express, and debate different ideas and points of view, CSUCI would lack the culture of free inquiry that lies at the foundation of the academic enterprise.
U.S. Constitution
Congress shall make no law…abridging the freedom of speech...
Amendment I
No state shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States.
Amendment XIV, Section 1, Making the First Amendment Applicable to State and Local Governments
California Constitution
Every person may freely speak, write and publish…sentiments on all subjects, being responsible for the abuse of this right. A law may not restrain or abridge liberty of speech or press.
Article I, Section 2(a)
CSU Academic Senate
The Academic Senate of the CSU reaffirm its commitment to the principles of free speech rights, including the right to publish free of external constraints...
AS-2750-06
CSUCI's Policy on Time, Place, and Manner
There shall be no restrictions on legal free speech activity based on the content of such speech or expression or on the political, religious or other opinions and affiliations of speakers.
TPM Policy