September 25, 2024 • 12:00–2:00 PM ET
Navigating Campus Activism: Legal Insights for University Protests 

As students, faculty, and staff head back to campus, colleges and universities around the country anticipate a continued presence of demonstrations and protest activities related to the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza and the upcoming presidential election.  Counsel must be prepared to advise on how to (1) protect the free speech rights of faculty, staff, and students; (2) appropriately respond to Title VI duties surrounding hostile environments; and (3) ensure campus environments are free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, and national origin, especially in light of the increase in reports of antisemitism and Islamophobia. 

Please join us for this two-hour webinar in which two experienced NACUA member-presenters will cover topics, including:

  • An overview of free speech and protests on campus;
  • Updates on relevant case law impacting colleges and universities;
  • Scenarios exploring Title VI liability, campus protest management, principles of academic freedom, and protected speech related to the 2024 presidential election; and
  • Best practices and guidelines for responding to campus protests and protecting your institution from legal liability.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar will interest in-house and outside postsecondary counsel who advise on matters related to free speech and campus protests, as well as campus administrators and other professionals on campus who maintain responsibilities in these areas. 

Program Schedule

12:00 P.M. ET

I. Welcome and Introductions

II. Overview of of Free Speech Considerations on Campus

III. Case Law Update 

IV. Q&A

V. Scenarios

VI. Practical Tips and Considerations

VII. Q&A

2:00 P.M. ET

VIII. Conclusion

Speakers

Shelby Boseman

Shelby Boseman

Shelby Boseman was hired by UT Arlington in 2014 as its first in-house counsel and Chief Legal Officer. He has oversight of the Office of Legal Affairs, Title IX, Equal Opportunity Services, Public Records, Records Information Management, and policies. Prior to UT Arlington he was the Deputy General Counsel at the Lone Star College System, and In-House Counsel at ....

Kelly Cruz

Kelly Cruz

Kelly Cruz joined the Office of the Vice President and General Counsel in 2019 and provides legal and policy advice regarding student affairs at the University of Michigan.  Prior to joining the OGC, Kelly served as Chief Compliance Counsel for Dell, Inc. in Boston, Massachusetts. Kelly began her career as a litigator at the law firm of...

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