University Organization

I. University Organization

II. University Aim, Mission, and Plan

III. Academic Freedom, Free Speech and Diversity

IV. Faculty Rights and Responsibilities

V. Teaching

VI. Curriculum

VII. Students

VIII. Research

IX . Resources

Speaker’s Corner

Approved by Academic Council 3/02/92

Wright State University encourages the free expression of ideas, views, and opinions. University departments and registered student organizations may schedule university space to bring speakers and programs of their choice to the campus on a space-available basis. Individuals desiring a forum to express their views may use the designated speaker's corner as long as they adhere to university regulations.

1. Speakers Corner
   The designated speaker's corner is hereby established as the bricked area adjacent to the northeast corner of Founder's Quad (between Millett and Fawcett Halls).



2. Use of the Speakers Corner
   The speaker's corner may be used any day of the week from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. No amplification of sound is permitted. Persons using this area are subject to all university regulations and state and federal laws. Consistent with the laws of Ohio and U.S. Constitution and the University Code of Regulations, the following actions are prohibited on all campuses of Wright State University.
   
   1. Obstructing or disrupting university teaching, research, or administration.
   2. Causing or threatening to cause injury or harm to persons or property.
   3. Speech that upon reasonable evaluation will lead to immediate violence or an immediate breech of the peace.
   4. Obstructing the free-flow of pedestrians or vehicular traffic.
   5. Illegally possessing or using firearms, explosives, or other weapons, chemicals, or fire extinguishers.
   6. Failing to comply with the orders or directives of university officials, police or any other law enforcement officers acting in consideration of the health, welfare and safety of all concerned.
      
   Failure to comply with the foregoing may result in banning a speaker from the Speaker’s Corner. Anyone who may be banned from the speaker's corner for any period of time will be afforded a hearing before the vice president for student affairs and enrollment services prior to the effect of the ban.



3. Enforcement
   The Department of Public Safety is responsible to monitor this area. Persons violating the guidelines of this policy are subject to disciplinary action and/or arrest. Individuals violating the policy will be prohibited from using this area for a minimum of one calendar year from the date of the incident.