Navigating Campus Activism: Legal Insights for University Protests

About this Event

As students, faculty, and staff head back to campus, colleges and universities around the country anticipate a continued presence of demonstrations and protest activities related to the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza and the upcoming presidential election.  Counsel must be prepared to advise on how to (1) protect the free speech rights of faculty, staff, and students; (2) appropriately respond to Title VI duties surrounding hostile environments; and (3) ensure campus environments are free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, and national origin, especially in light of the increase in reports of antisemitism and Islamophobia. 

Please join us for this two-hour webinar in which two experienced NACUA member-presenters will cover topics, including:

• An overview of free speech and protests on campus;
• Updates on relevant case law impacting colleges and universities;
• Scenarios exploring Title VI liability, campus protest management, principles of academic freedom, and protected speech related to the 2024 presidential election; and
• Best practices and guidelines for responding to campus protests and protecting your institution from legal liability.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar will interest in-house and outside postsecondary counsel who advise on matters related to free speech and campus protests, as well as campus administrators and other professionals on campus who maintain responsibilities in these areas.