Ksu student Handbook & Daily Planner 2011-2012
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Student Media PolicyStudent media and the student press are valuable aids in establishing and maintaining an atmosphere of free and responsible discussion and of intellectual exploration on the campus. They are a means of bringing student concerns to the attention of the faculty and institutional authorities and of formulating opinions on various issues on the campus and in the world at large. In response to the editorial responsibility of students, the University must provide sufficient editorial freedom and sufficient financial autonomy for the student media to maintain their integrity of purpose as vehicles for free inquiry and free expression in an academic community. Kennesaw State student media are designated public forums. Student editors and manag- ers have the authority to make all content decisions without censorship or advance approval. Institutional authorities, in consultation with students and faculty, have a responsibility to provide written clarification of the role of student media/publications, the standards to be used in their evaluation, and the limitations on external control of their operation. At the same time, the editorial freedom of student editors and managers entail corollary responsibilities to be governed by the canons of responsible journalism, such as avoidance of libel, indecency, undocumented allegations, attacks on personal integrity, and the techniques of harassment and innuendo. As safeguards for the editorial freedom of student media, the following provi- sions are necessary: A. The student press should be free of censorship and advance approval of copy, and its editors and managers should be free to develop their own editorial policies and news coverage. B. Editors and managers of student media should be protected from arbitrary suspension and removal because of student, faculty, administrative or public disapproval of editorial policy or content. Only for proper and stated causes should editors and managers be subject to removal and then by orderly and prescribed procedures. The agency responsible for the appointment of editors should be the agency responsible for their removal. C. All college published, broadcast and financed student media should explicitly state on the editorial page and broadcasts that opinions expressed are not necessarily those of Ken- nesaw State University or the student body. For complete policies concerning student media, contact the Associate Director of Student Life for Student Media at 7/499-3083. Kennesaw State University's Freedom of Assembly & Expression PolicyKennesaw State University recognizes and upholds First Amendment rights of Freedom of Speech and Assembly. Demonstrations and assemblies can be valid expression for dissenting opinions provided they do not disrupt academic and administrative functions of the institu- tion. The opinions expressed by organizations, groups or individuals using Kennesaw State University's facilities do not necessarily reflect the position of Kennesaw State University. Kennesaw State University affirms its commitment to the freedom of speech, assembly and expression even though the language or ideas of those seeking a venue for free expression may contradict university ideals and policies or the personal views of university employees and students. The institution expects members of the faculty, staff, student body and com- 
munity to refrain from and discourage behaviors that threaten the rights, freedoms and respect every individual deserves. The following administrative procedures and guidelines are intended to support the rights and freedoms of individuals and to clarify the duties and responsibilities expected of faculty, staff, students, student organizations and visitors. Scope - This policy shall apply to all non-commercial speech on the Kennesaw State University campus and other KSU facilities. (Commercial speech is regulated by the campus solicitation policies.) Any person or group who desires to use the campus for an assembly or expression event must submit a completed Freedom of Assembly and Expression Policy & Request Form at least three business days in advance of the event. Request forms are only available online at www.ksustudent.com. This form must be authorized by the Director of the Department of Student Life or his/her designee and approved by the Vice President for Student Success. Upon approval of a request, applicants must agree to the guidelines and provisions: • Kennesaw State University has designated locations for assemblies, demonstrations and protest activities. Applicants must use the marked area for the purpose of the activity. KSU neither encourages or discourages, or otherwise endorses, these activities and protected forms of expression. • These activities may be conducted Monday through Friday from noon to 3 pm. with the exception of the first week of classes each semester, Homecoming Week, KSU Day and final exam week of each semester. • Individuals or groups are limited to four (4) scheduled activities per month so that opportunities are available for other applicants to use the area. Requests are handled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once scheduled, if you cannot use the space, please cancel at least by the day before the scheduled date. • All participants must stay within the marked area, and not obstruct, disrupt or interfere with authorized and scheduled university activities. • Kennesaw State University cannot be held responsible for the safety of children partici- pating in an event. Persons under the age of twelve (12) should not participate in the event or be within the marked area. All children must be accompanied by an adult. • Sound amplification (including microphones or bullhorns) is not permitted due to the disruption of classes and other academic and administrative functions of the institution. There will be no use of motorized vehicles. Kennesaw State University equipment will not be available for assemblies, demonstrations and protest activities. • The individuals or groups are required to remove signs, placards, litter and other materials when the approved activity period ends. • The university has the right to differentiate between regularly scheduled academic or co-curricular activities and other assemblies, demonstrations or protests. • Compliance with the Kennesaw State University student conduct regulations, Kennesaw State University policies and procedures, state laws of Georgia, and federal laws is required. • The university reserves the right to refuse to permit individuals or groups to assemble, demonstrate or protest if the individuals or groups refuse to abide by these administrative procedures and guidelines. • The university reserves the right to alter these administrative procedures and guidelines if necessary to ensure the academic as well as personal rights of the students, faculty and staff of Kennesaw State University. • The authorized representative and/or person in charge is required to sign in compliance with these administrative procedures and guidelines; to acknowledge that the university will not be held responsible for the actions of participants in the assembly, demonstration or protest; and to agree to make restitution for any litter or property damage that occurs due to the activity. • The Kennesaw State University Office of Public Safety and other appropriate administra- tors will be notified upon receipt of the request for permission to use the campus for assembly or expression. The Freedom of Assembly and Expression Policy & Request Form is a public 
record and will be released to interested parties. Kennesaw State University students are guaranteed all of the rights, privileges and freedoms granted to a citizen of the United States. In addition, they are entitled to an environment that is conducive to learning and individual growth. Please be aware of KSU's Human Relations Position Statement and our Policy on Disruption of Campus Life. Directory: documents documents -> Concept stage documents -> Concept stage documents -> The great global switch-off documents -> Nonprofit grant application documents -> The Truth about the Rwandan Genocide documents -> Annual InStructional unit plan documents -> Chaos equipment included Download 1.98 Mb. Share with your friends:
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