UNCW is a community which embraces diversity. The university supports activities that encourage understanding, respect and appreciation for different points of view.
In pursuit of this goal, the university aspires to protect its educational mission while also protecting the first amendment right to free speech. The granting of this privilege does not imply any endorsement or support for the views expressed by the individual or group granted a permit.
Permits
UNCW Campus Life coordinates all permits for freedom of expression. To attain and submit a permit request, please email Campus Life or call 910.962.4150.
Workshop Facilitation Request
UNCW is a community that embraces diversity. The university supports activities that encourage understanding, respect and appreciation for different points of view. In pursuit of this goal, the university aspires to protect its educational mission while also protecting the First Amendment right to free speech.
The Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS) will host 50-minute freedom of expression workshops for classes, organizations, departments and small groups. Workshops are presented by Division of Student Affairs facilitators. Attending the freedom of expression workshop, participants will learn:
- The difference between the UNCW Respect Compact and the First Amendment
- Types of speech that are legal and not legal at a public university, such as UNCW
- How and when to use counter speech at UNCW
- Where to find resources and support for questions, concerns or complaints about expression at UNCW
Requests should be made a minimum of 2 weeks in advance of the earliest requested date. A member of the ODOS team will contact you to confirm your workshop date, time and location.
request a Freedom of Expression workshop Form