5 days and the First Amendment's future: CSU reinstates free speech policy following weeklong protests

CSU Reinstates Free Speech Policy After Protests

Colorado State University (CSU) has reinstated its free speech policy following a week of protests. The policy, which allowed for expression and speech on campus, was rescinded for two months without the knowledge of the university community.

CSU senior Amber Wright expressed her concerns about the policy change by chalking "RIP Free Speech" on the Lory Student Center Plaza. The plaza has long been a hub for free speech and expression, with students using it for chalking, tabling, debating, and messaging.

The free speech zones on CSU's campus are not limited to The Plaza, but it is where expression is most commonly found.

The reinstatement of the policy comes after a week of protests, highlighting the importance of free speech and expression on campus.

Author's summary: CSU reinstates free speech policy after protests.

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian The Rocky Mountain Collegian — 2025-10-16