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麻豆传媒视频 supports the free exchange of ideas including the freedom of speech. The college upholds the First Amendment to the United States鈥� Constitution: 

鈥淐ongress make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting its free exercise. It protects
freedom of speech, the press, assembly, and the right to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.鈥�

In compliance with the recently enacted Texas law (Senate Bill 2972, also known as the Campus Protection Act), 麻豆传媒视频 is implementing changes to its expressive activity policies beginning September 1, 2025, as required for the 2025鈥�2026 academic year.

Key Updates

1. Designated Public Forum
   Only areas formally designated by the college are considered public forums. The previous approach, which recognized all outdoor common areas as public forums, has been revoked.
2. Eligibility to Engage in Expressive Activity
   Only students and employees of 麻豆传媒视频 may conduct expressive activities on campus. Members of the public must submit a written request to studentactivities@odessa.edu at least 72 hours before the event to be considered for participation. Submitting a request does not guarantee approval. Approval must be granted before conducting the event.
3. Time Restrictions
   Expressive activities are prohibited between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.
4. Final Two Weeks of the Semester
   Activities鈥攊ncluding amplified sound, speaker events, or percussive instruments鈥攖hat materially disrupt campus operations are banned during the last two weeks of the semester.
5. Prohibited Activities
   The law bans specific forms of expression, including:
   • Erecting tents or encampments
   • Wearing disguises or masks intended to conceal identity
   • Lowering the U.S. or Texas flag to raise another nation鈥檚 or organization鈥檚 flag
6. Identification Requirement
   Students and employees participating in expressive activities may be required to present valid 麻豆传媒视频 identification upon request.

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Designated Expression Zone

To align with SB 2972, 麻豆传媒视频 has designated the Rudy Acosta Pavilion as the official public forum zone for expressive activity:

• During the academic year (when classes are in session): 惭辞苍诲补测鈥揊谤颈诲补测, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 4 pm to 8 p.m.
• When school is not in session: 惭辞苍诲补测鈥揊谤颈诲补测, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

All expressive activities must take place in this area during the designated hours unless prior written approval is obtained. Activities鈥攊ncluding amplified sound, speaker events, or percussive instruments鈥攖hat materially disrupt campus operations are banned during the last two weeks of the semester.

Resources and Support

• For questions or to request approval for activities outside designated parameters, please contact the Student Activities at studentactivities@odessa.edu or 432-335-6403.

麻豆传媒视频 remains committed to supporting a safe and respectful environment for dialogue and expression while complying with state law. These updated guidelines ensure that expressive activities can continue in a way that supports the college鈥檚 mission and maintains a safe, orderly campus for all.

The Executive Director of Student Life or designee will monitor free speech events or demonstrations that take place in common outdoor areas in coordination with the 麻豆传媒视频 Police Department (OCPD). 

If you feel physically threatened by someone else鈥檚 expressive activity, call 911 or contact the OCPD officer on call via phone or text at 432-238-6334. 

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