Resources
Education and support are available to anyone at Penn State. Learn more about the way we protect free speech, how we support those impacted, and how you can get involved.
Support for those impacted by events
Provocative or those who discuss unpopular topics or use concerning rhetoric can be challenging to hear and experience. Support resources are available for those affected to help them process their emotions and thoughts.
For Employees
- Penn State’s Employee Assistance Program
A free, confidential employee and family resource to be used as the first line of defense for personal or work-related concerns for employees and their families.
For All
- The Penn State Crisis Line
- Penn State Hotline (anonymous reporting):
800-560-1637 - Report Bias/Harassment
- Guide to Managing Online Harassment
Expand your knowledge
Resources on our campuses are here to help you learn more, ask questions and understand how you can support the commitment to free speech and freedom of expression.
- Background on the First Amendment for the Penn State Community
- Addressing Bias: Rights, Responsibilities and Responses
- Classroom Disruption Protocols
- Managing Disruptive Student Behavior Flowchart
- Center for Social Change and Belonging
- The McCourtney Institute for Democracy
- Rock Ethics Institute
- Antiracist Development Institute at Dickinson Law
Voting is Speech
PSU Votes provides non-partisan information to help students prepare for and participate in elections. Find voter registration and election information from this Penn State trusted source.
The University does not endorse or verify any information from any organization that is not affiliated with Penn State. The materials and information on external sites are for reference purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal advice from Penn State.
Understanding free speech on campus
Learn more about foundational elements of the protection of free speech and freedom of expression.
- The First Amendment
Explore the Constitution of the United States - Speech on Campus
American Civil Liberties Union - Know Your Rights
ACLU of Pennsylvania - Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression
- Resources for Higher Education
National Coalition Against Censorship - FAQs on Academic Freedom
American Association of University Professors (AAUP)