Respect for Open Expression Policy
Recognizing that the educational process of our institution requires diverse forms of open expression, including freedom of thought, inquiry, speech, activism, and assembly, the University affirms the rights of members of the community to assemble and demonstrate peaceably within the limits of this policy. Simultaneously, the University must maintain the right of community members to pursue their day-to-day activities and to be protected from physical injury or property damage.
Emory University Policy (8.14) is the Respect for Open Expression Policy, implemented in 2013. As a community of scholars, Emory University is committed to an environment where open expression of ideas is valued, promoted, and encouraged.
Open Expression Observers university faculty and staff members and are charged by the vice president and dean for Campus Life to:
- Protect the rights of the community members to express their opinions in non-disruptive ways
- Serve as resources to community members regarding the policy and policy violations
- Act as liaisons between community members and Emory Police and/or university administrators
- Protect the right of community members to pursue their day-to-day activities
- Provide information on how to avoid violating the Policy.
Open Expression Observers can be requested by your organization to assist with programs/events/rallies/protests. To learn more about the OEO program and/or to request an OEO. Please use the following link.