Western values the rights of free speech, petition and assembly as they are fundamental to our democratic process and we want to help protect those rights on our campus. There is also a value that we respect and protect the regular operations of the university.
To ensure a balance in both cases, please review these University policies and rules as well as relevant
Bellingham Municipal Codes and state laws which we have a shared responsibility to follow.
Conduct of Campus Guests and Visitors (WAC 516-24-001)
Freedom of Expression and Prohibited Conduct (WAC 516-24-130)
Ensuring Equal Opportunity and Prohibiting Discrimination and Retaliation (POL U1600.02)
- Discrimination Complaint Procedure (PRO 1600.02A)
Exterior Space Policy (POL U8500.01)
Exterior Space Use Requests (Guidelines)
Student Conduct Code (WAC 516-21)
- Disruptive Behavior (WAC 516-21-070)
- Failure to Comply (WAC 516-21-080)
- Student Responsibility for Guests (WAC 516-21-040)
United Faculty of Western Washington University (UFWW) Agreement
- See Section 2 regarding academic freedom and responsibility
Use of University Property – Freedom of Expression and Assembly (WAC 516-35)
Use of University Property – Scheduling and General Use (WAC 516-36)
Weapons and Armaments Prohibited (WAC 516-52-020)