What Can You Say on Campus at a Public University or College? Free Speech, The Constitution, and College Life (SUNY Virtual)

Constitution Day 2025

Wednesday, September 17, 2:00pm to 3:30pm (90 minutes) Eastern Time Zone

What Can You Say on Campus at a Public University or College?  Free Speech, The Constitution, and College Life

In addition to fulfilling their research and education mission, public colleges and universities have always had an important role in supporting American democracy. Central to achieving their vision is the open exchange of ideas through civic discourse. Please join us as we explore the civic mission of public higher education, the importance of nurturing students' civic discourse skills, and recent challenges to free speech and civic discourse on American campuses.