The right of students to demonstrate on campus may not interfere with the rights of others to engage in and benefit from the educational programs and services of the University. Accordingly, demonstrations are subject to the standards regarding the time, place, and manner in which they occur as listed below.

Demonstrations must occur within the hours of 9:00AM and 5:00PM. Demonstrations are prohibited overnight, during University-wide signature events, including but not limited to, new student convocation, commencement, and University holiday events, and during final exams (as outlined by each academic program).

Demonstrations may take place on-campus in the designated “free speech zone” at the Lakeshore Campus in the West Quad as long as the location is not already reserved by another member of the Loyola community or a guest. Students that choose to demonstrate in public, non-campus locations at the Water Tower Campus and/or Health Sciences Campus are advised to be mindful of city ordinances and other policies related to demonstrations in and around those campuses.

As a Jesuit institution, the manner in which Loyola students engage in civil discourse – regardless of content or viewpoints being expressed – is held to a high standard. Just as students are encouraged to engage in critical thought and social action, so are they expected to do so in a civil manner that honors the inherent dignity of all people, even those who may disagree.

Therefore, demonstrations may not take place in a manner that endangers the University community, violates the law, defames a specific individual, constitutes a genuine threat or harassment, unjustifiably invades the rights of others, or interrupts the functioning of the University.

Additionally, outdoor demonstrations may utilize amplified sound, but they must do so in a manner that does not substantially interfere with classes, other events, or business operations. The use of generator powered sound systems and the use of sidewalk chalk is strictly prohibited.

Furthermore, non-Loyola individuals are not permitted to participate in demonstrations at Loyola. To ensure the safety of the Loyola University Chicago community and to protect the health and property of individuals, encampments (see §101(16)) of the Community Standards) and overnight demonstrations are also not permitted in any University location. Additionally, demonstrators may not claim to speak for or otherwise represent the position of the University.

Individual students or recognized student organizations (as defined in §101(31) of the Community Standards) intending to organize a demonstration are required to notify the Office of the Dean of Students (“ODOS”) at least three business days before the demonstration by completing the Demonstration and Fixed Exhibit Registration Form. Upon receiving notification, a representative of the ODOS will provide verification to the Student Demonstration Leader about whether the demonstration may occur or not, and also offer to meet with the Student Demonstration Leader or their designee to provide appropriate support and resources to mitigate risk and protect participants’ rights. This meeting is not an attempt by the University to censor or otherwise limit content or viewpoint, but rather to advise organizers regarding applicable standards for time, place, and manner.

Fixed exhibits, due to their unique nature, must be coordinated and approved with the ODOS in consultation with other stakeholders (Campus Reservations, Campus Safety, Facilities, etc.). Individual students or recognized student organizations wishing to sponsor a fixed exhibit must submit a request by completing the Demonstration and Fixed Exhibit Registration Form least three business days before installation. Following receipt of this request, the Student Demonstration Leader (see §101(30) of the Community Standards) or their designee must meet with a member of the ODOS to discuss expectations, rights, responsibilities, and logistical considerations (time, place, and manner). Requests will be considered without regard to content or viewpoint.

Prior to the installation of the fixed exhibit, the Student Demonstration Leader will receive written notification of the agreed upon parameters from the ODOS, which will have the effect of policy. Fixed exhibits may not be staked into the ground, be affixed to any University property, or be displayed during any time restriction outlined above (see §603(1)(a) of the Community Standards). The times in which fixed exhibits may remain displayed may not exceed five consecutive days.

The Student Demonstration Leader is responsible for the setup, take-down, and general maintenance of the fixed exhibit each day the fixed exhibit is approved for display along with potential damage to University property resulting from the exhibit.

A Student Demonstration Leader (see §101(30) of the Community Standards) must be identified prior to any demonstration activity or fixed exhibit. Student Demonstration Leaders, participants, supporters, and non-supporters of a demonstration or fixed exhibit are expected to comply with this policy and other University policies along with any directions from the ODOS or their designee. Failure to comply may result in the immediate cancellation of the initial and/or opposing demonstration activity, a referral to the student conduct process, and/or Campus Safety involvement. In addition, recognized student organization advisors are required to adhere to University policies and the advisor standards set forth by the Center for Student Engagement.