For the Media
Campus Protest 4.16.26
At OHIO, we believe that an expressive campus environment, when conducted safely and legally, is a sign of a thoughtful and engaged community; however, those who choose to take their right to free expression beyond the established boundaries of the law and violate existing University policies will be held accountable for their actions.
Moving forward, we will continue to educate our University community on OHIO’s free expression policies, support their right to legally express their views and remind them that their actions, when in violation of law or University policy, can result in disciplinary and legal consequences.
The Ohio University Police Department’s statement on this matter is available online.
Published
April 16, 2026