Implementation Standards
Presidential Responsibilities
Establishes protocols for official KSU communications
Ensures institutional neutrality compliance with regard to public statements
Authorizes designated representatives when appropriate
Reviews and approves statements that may impact institutional neutrality
Board Chair Responsibilities
Maintains Board adherence to neutrality principles
Coordinates with the President on matters affecting both Board and institutional communications
Ensures Board statements focus on governance matters
Compliance and Accountability
Violations of this policy shall be addressed through established KSU disciplinary procedures that are appropriate to an individual's role and relationship with KSU. Serious breaches may result in loss of speaking authority, disciplinary action, or other remedial measures as determined by KSU leadership.
REFERENCES AND RELATED MATERIALS:
The Gold Book: Bylaws of the Kentucky State University Board of Regents
Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination Policy
Anti-Discrimination & Non-Retaliation Policy
Free Speech Policy
CONTACTS:
SubjectOfficeTelephoneE-mail
Policy Questions and InterpretationGeneral Counsel(502) 597-6414Zachary.Atwell@kysu.edu General.Counsel@kysu.edu
HISTORY:
Revision TypeDate of Issuance/RevisionDrafter(s)/Editor(s)
Issued (New Policy)June 2025Zach Atwell