A University of Michigan proposal aimed at deterring disruptions on its Ann Arbor campus after anti-Israel protesters interrupted an honors convocation is sparking backlash from free speech advocates. Violations of the policy could result in suspension or expulsion for students and termination for university staff.
Demonstrators at the University of Michigan Diag protest the university’s draft Disruptive Activity Policy on Thursday, April 4, 2024, in Ann Arbor . A University of Michigan proposal aimed at deterring disruptions on its Ann Arbor campus after anti- Israel protesters interrupted an honors convocation is sparking backlash from free speech advocates.
University of Michigan President Santo Ono said in a letter to the campus community that the protesters who disrupted the annual honors undergraduate graduation ceremony “brought profound disappointment to students, parents, grandparents, siblings, and other relatives and friends.” Staff members violating the policy could face misconduct allegations, and the school “may institute discipline, up to and including termination.”
Michigan sophomore Annabel Bean said the school appears to be trying to limit and repress student protests.. “The point of a protest is to be disruptive and if you’re saying it can’t be disruptive, then we’re not protesting, and how are you honoring your history of disruptive student protests?” The university is reviewing comments from the community to ensure any new policy reflects the school’s mission and values, Assistant Vice President of Public Affairs Colleen Mastony said in an email.
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