What is “free speech?” What is “hate speech?” At this talk, we will define the legal meanings of the two terms, explore how the terms are used (and sometimes abused), and learn how the tensions of the two terms play out on university campuses. Also, we will learn how the University currently responds to these matters through our U&I Care initiative as well as the UIC Student Conduct Process.
The discussion will be led by Dima Khalidi, Director of Palestine Legal and Cooperating Counsel with the Center for Constitutional Rights, and DuJuan Smith, Assistant Dean of Students in the UIC Office of the Dean of Students.
The Coffee Hour Discussion Series takes place the last Wednesday of each month and is brought to you by the Honors College Diversity Committee. This series aims to better serve the diverse needs of our student body and to realize the benefits of a diverse learning environment for all.
For access questions & accommodations please contact Zoie at zsheet2@uic.edu. Light refreshments to be served!
Wednesday, March 21, 2018 -- 4pm to 5pm -- BH 121
