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Fordham Law Review

2017

First amendment; title ix; university campuses; student publications; free speech

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The Modern University Campus: An Unsafe Space For The Student Press?, Patrick Malone Apr 2017

The Modern University Campus: An Unsafe Space For The Student Press?, Patrick Malone

Fordham Law Review

This Note summarizes how courts have interpreted the First Amendment’s application to student publications on university campuses. It then considers the evolution of Title IX and how it has affected students’ First Amendment rights. Additionally, it acknowledges the interests at stake on the part of student publications and broader campus communities. Ultimately, this Note argues that the Department of Education should issue updated guidance that ensures adequate First Amendment protections for students and their publications. It also proposes steps that actors can take on university campuses to support this effort.


The Modern University Campus: An Unsafe Space For The Student Press?, Patrick Malone Apr 2017

The Modern University Campus: An Unsafe Space For The Student Press?, Patrick Malone

Fordham Law Review

This Note summarizes how courts have interpreted the First Amendment’s application to student publications on university campuses. It then considers the evolution of Title IX and how it has affected students’ First Amendment rights. Additionally, it acknowledges the interests at stake on the part of student publications and broader campus communities. Ultimately, this Note argues that the Department of Education should issue updated guidance that ensures adequate First Amendment protections for students and their publications. It also proposes steps that actors can take on university campuses to support this effort.