Office of the President records-addition 10

Content Description

This addition to RG 2/1/1, Office of the President/President/Reports, contains one annual report on Free Speech in accordance with § 23.1-401.1(D) of the Code of Virginia for 2025. These reports document the University of Virginia's efforts to maintain the constitutional principles of free expression and the open exchange of ideas. The report includes a letter to Governor Youngkin, Senator Hashmi, and Delegate Rasoul documenting the state of Free Speech for the University of Virginia. It notes that the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) ranked UVA #21 in the entire country, the maintenance of the website UVA that features links to University policies and state regulations relevant to free speech. They note that the University of Virginia’s students and employees, including those responsible for student discipline or education of free speech materials, are notified of these policy resources and the process to report incidents of disruption of constitutionally protected speech. They provide two exhibits: Exhibit 1, the student information system enrollment module for new and returning students, and Exhibit 2, the University Judiciary Committee training and education. They also list a sample of events and initiatives demonstrating the university's commitment to freedom of expression, highlighting six events, programs, and initiatives. They also note that no complaints have been filed in court against the university.

Acquisition Type

Transfer

Provenance

Transferred by Lauren Longwell, 15 December 2025.

Language of Description

English

Script of Description

Latin

Restrictions Apply

Yes

Access Restrictions

Appointments must be made to request digital files. Please use our online born digital request form (https://library.virginia.edu/special-collections/born-digital) to request access to these materials or for further information.