West Virginia University
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| Public or Private: | Public | |
| Federal Circuit: | Fourth Circuit | |
| Head of Institution: | President James P Clements West Virginia University Office of the President PO Box 6201 Stewart Hall Morgantown, WV 26506-6201 304-293-5531 presidentsoffice@mail.wvu.edu |
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| Website: | http://www.wvu.edu | |
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On this page, FIRE has excerpted policies that address speech and expression. You may download the full policy in .pdf form, below.
Restrictions on Expressive Rights
Harassment Policies (Learn More)
Eyes and 'Eers: Sexual Offenses 11-12
based gestures and non-consensual sexually
based communication, whether communicated
in writing, orally, electronically (e.g., Facebook,
text messaging, e-mail, etc.), are also prohibited.
Violations of this policy typically result in removal
from University Housing and are referred to the
West Virginia University Student Conduct Office
for disciplinary action.
University Student Conduct Code 11-12
Policy and Procedure Regarding Sexual Harassment 11-12
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* insults, humor, jokes and/or anecdotes that belittle or demean an individual's or a group's sexuality or sex;
* unwelcome sexual comments or inquiries about an individual's or a group's sexuality or sex;
* inappropriate displays of sexually suggestive objects or pictures, which may include but not be limited to posters, pin-ups, and calendars....
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:
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(3) such conduct has the purpose or effect of:
(a) unreasonably interfering with an individual's work or educational performance; or
(b) creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or educational environment.
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avoid behavior that might be construed as sexual harassment....
Eyes and 'Eers: Harassment/Threats/Physical Assault or Abuse 11-12
the health or safety of any person is not permitted
whether communicated in writing, orally,
electronically (e.g., Facebook, text messaging,
e-mail, etc.), etc. This includes but is not limited to:
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* Behavior that intentionally or recklessly causes
physical, financial, or emotional harm to any
person including intimidating behavior and
behaviors that are deliberately intended to cause emotional distress to a group or person;
* Intimidating, threatening, or other endangering behavior against a person or persons because of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, color, or national origin; and
* Behavior that is construed as a nuisance, including prank phone calls, and thereby disrupts the residence hall community.
Policies on Tolerance, Respect, and Civility (Learn More)
Strategic Plan for Achieving Social Justice 11-12
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* Students will be prepared with the principles of social justice competencies in order to function effectively in the global workplace;
* Faculty and staff will exemplify principles of social justice in fulfilling their responsibilities;
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Complaints of illegal discrimination, harassment, and abuses of social justice principles will be addressed in an objective and timely manner...
Policies Restricting Freedom of Conscience (Learn More)
Mountaineer Creed 11-12
* practice academic and personal integrity
* value wisdom and culture
* foster lifetime learning
* practice civic responsibility and good stewardship
* respect human dignity and cultural diversity ... In order to become a meaningful member of West
Virginia University and the society in which I live,
I dedicate my energy, my talents, and my intellect to
these standards of excellence.
Internet Usage Policies
University Student Conduct Code 11-12
Advertised Commitments to Free Expression
Freedom of Expression and Use of Facilities Policy 11-12
right of individuals to pursue their constitutional right of free speech and
assembly, and welcomes open dialogue as an opportunity to expand the
educational opportunities of our campus communities.
University Student Conduct Code 11-12
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The speech codes and policies above were last fully checked via internet and other research means by FIRE in July 2011. According to FIRE’s research the substantive policies are current at least until this date. Directory information, including the name of the president of the college or university, may have been updated more recently. If any policy has been revised, or if you believe that we are in error, please contact us.
