Policy GA-PA-PO1 University Policy on Free Speech, Expression, and Assembly: Definitions

University of Texas at Arlington

  • Speech Code Rating
    Green
  • Speech Code Category
    Harassment Policies
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"Harassment" means hostile or threatening conduct or speech, whether oral, written, or symbolic, that is not necessary to the expression of any idea described in Subsection 13–204(b)(2); is sufficiently severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive to create an objectively hostile or threatening environment that interferes with or diminishes the victim’s ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by the University; and personally describes or is personally directed to one or more specific individuals.

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