Free Speech at ASU
Members of the ASU community come together to share and test ideas, express beliefs and debate issues.
Arizona State University’s charter commitment to academic excellence, accessibility and impact draws a community of hundreds of thousands of students, alumni, faculty, staff, and visitors from every background and walk of life who hold a wide variety of beliefs and opinions.
Exposure to different perspectives, discussion, and disagreement are fundamental to the development and sharing of knowledge. The free and robust sharing of ideas is at the core of ASU’s academic mission as an institution of higher education, with its commitment to advancing research and discovery of public value. In addition, ASU contributes to healthy communities by serving as a place where members of the university community and campus visitors can come together to engage in expressive activities. For these reasons, ASU fosters an environment in which all members of the university community are invited to participate in an open and vigorous exchange of ideas.
On this page, you can learn more about how ASU welcomes, practices, and studies free speech and find resources to support your engagement in a vibrant and active community of thinkers and learners.
About Free Speech
Learn about free speech and its importance to institutions of higher education.
Free Speech at ASU
ASU is a public institution that is committed to free, robust and uninhibited sharing of ideas among all members of the University’s community.
Resources for Students
ASU has helpful tips and resources to help students navigate times for expressing and defending their ideas and viewpoints.
Resources for faculty and staff
Learn more about how faculty and staff can support free expression and obtain assistance and guidance.
Support and reporting
Providing the ASU community with robust support and a clear process for reporting concerns fosters a safe and inclusive environment, ensuring that everyone feels valued and heard.
Updates and FAQs
Arizona State University has been ranked as one of the top universities in the country for its policies on free speech and protecting its community’s First Amendment rights. ASU has FIRE’s top “green light” rating.