Students Rights

The ACLU of Ohio strives to protect the civil rights and liberties of students both inside and outside the classroom.

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The ACLU of Ohio strives to protect the civil rights and liberties of students both inside and outside the classroom. We believe schools have a responsibility to foster safe learning environments, while respecting students’ constitutional rights to privacy, free speech, religious liberty, and freedom of expression. Our institutions of education must remain places free of censorship and reject efforts to stifle diversity of thought or the unique perspectives and experiences of students.

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Federal Judge Orders Ohio State University to Remedy Violation of Student’s Constitutional Rights

A federal judge in the Southern District of Ohio ruled in favor of our client, Guy Christensen, in our lawsuit challenging Ohio State University’s decision to expel him for engaging in protected political speech.
Issue Areas: Students Rights
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DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT

Thanks to a generous supporter, your donations to the ACLU of Ohio will be matched up to $100,000 through January 15th!
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Ohio Redistricting - Interested Party Testimony

This map will result in some Ohioans’ votes weighing more than others, subjecting the people of Ohio to yet another setback in the pursuit of basic fairness in their representation.
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Community and Conversation Through Banned Books Bingo

Banned Book Bingo has turned into one of our most popular events.
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Nov 2025

Free Speech, Free Country

We envision an Ohio where every person - including migrants- can speak, learn, and question freely—where the First Amendment is not just protected, but powerfully alive in classrooms, communities, and public life.
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Nov 2025

Engaged Democracy

We envision an Ohio where every eligible person can fully participate in a vibrant democracy—where every vote counts, every voice matters, and fair representation is the norm.