RUTGERS UNIVERSITY SENATE

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA

Monday, February 23, 2026, 9:00 a.m. via Zoom 

https://rutgers.zoom.us/j/99191385277?pwd=91kKZLhQ87DW6mrlvIDRpCCVK6fb2S.1

Supporting Documents: Review of Free Expression Guidelines, Chair Foster’s Letter, President Tate’s Response, Follow Up Email

Discussion of Freedom of Expression Guidelines:

• Clarify standing of the Free Expression Guidelines under Policy and Standards and process used to establish them
• WDEA (Workplace Democracy Enhancement Act Statute)
• Request to remove the Free Expression Guidelines from Policy and Standards section

Discussion of RUPD’s Response to February 4, 2026, Event at Newark:

• Distinguishing Rutgers community protests from federally protected labor actions
• Role of RUPD at Rutgers protests

Next Steps

Adjournment