Campus Closure Until September 15, 2025. We are shocked by the tragic events today. This is an ongoing investigation. For more go to https://www.uvu.info/
At Utah Valley University, we affirm our commitment to free speech, intellectual inquiry, and constructive dialogue. The university respects the rights of student clubs and organizations to invite various speakers to campus.
At Utah Valley University, we affirm our commitment to free speech, intellectual inquiry, and constructive dialogue. The university respects the rights of student clubs and organizations to invite various speakers to campus. As a public institution, UVU upholds First Amendment rights and fosters an environment where ideas — popular or controversial — can be exchanged freely, energetically, and civilly. Visit our Free Speech website to learn more.
In alignment with the Utah System of Higher Education’s (USHE) guidance on institutional neutrality, UVU, including its leaders speaking on behalf of the institution, does not take official positions on political, social, or cultural controversies unless they directly impact our mission, operations, or core values. This neutrality ensures that our campus remains a true marketplace of ideas, where faculty, staff, and students are empowered to express viewpoints without institutional bias.
Faculty and staff are encouraged to speak freely in their personal and academic capacities, while institutional communications must remain neutral. When speaking in official roles, it’s important to distinguish personal views from institutional speech.
Together, we can ensure UVU remains a place for everyone — where free expression thrives and all voices are respected.
