University at Buffalo statement regarding time, place manner policies

BUFFALO, N.Y. – The following is a statement from the University at Buffalo regarding UB’s time, place and manner policies:

“In preparation for the start of the fall semester, UB, through guidance from the SUNY Office of General Counsel, has drafted clarifying time, place and manner operational language for UB’s assembling and camping policies, and has drafted a new posting policy.

As a public institution dedicated to upholding the First Amendment, UB recognizes the fundamental right to express differing viewpoints and respects the right to peacefully assemble and protest. The university is also committed to ensuring a safe, welcoming, orderly and inclusive environment for all students, faculty, staff and visitors.

The updated and clarified policies will further support those central tenets of the university.

More information about the draft policies, and the university’s 30-day policy review process, is publicly posted on UBNow. 

The draft policies — while still in the 30-day comment period — will serve as the university’s time, place and manner guidance. The draft policies are subject to additional revisions that may be proposed at the conclusion of the comment and review period.”