Western releases updated campus activity policies with new clauses on camping, demonstration

Western University has released an updated edition of its campus activity policies, which it says facilitates a balance between safety and freedom of expression. Special events and demonstrations have become more frequent on campus, so Western ultimately reviewed its administrative policies and engaged in six months of community consultations to update the policy to meet today’s needs. The revised policy expressly prohibits camping on campus and includes a clause related to university protest which encourages demonstration organizers to consult with the campus safety department before events; those who do not are responsible for ensuring the safety of their events.

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