UCLA’s Time, Place and Manner (TPM) Policies

UCLA’s Time, Place, and Manner (TPM) Policies govern the use of university property, supporting our community in hosting events and defining when, where, and how Bruins and visitors can exercise their First Amendment rights, all in alignment with UCLA’s mission of teaching, research, and service. Together with UCLA’s Principles of Community and True Bruin Values, these policies prioritize safety, respect and well-being, while upholding UCLA’s commitment to freedom of expression. Irrespective of content or viewpoints, these guidelines align with our First Amendment obligations, ensuring consistency in their application.

Our university’s current policies apply to all community members, including faculty, staff, students, student groups and labor unions, as well as to non-affiliates. Campus officials will actively enforce rules and requirements pertaining to events, demonstrations and other campus activities subject to these policies. Non-compliance may result in consequences under applicable student and personnel conduct codes and/or result in citation or arrest.

Some notable elements governed by these policies include:

Approval processes and safety assessments related to organizing campus events.
Limitations to the use of amplified sound so that it does not disrupt other scheduled events or university functions.
Rules of engagement that prioritize safety and respectful dialogue during demonstrations and protests on campus grounds, regardless of content or differing viewpoints being expressed.

Any individual or registered group planning a campus event is strongly encouraged to review these policies and become familiar with their requirements in advance.

Read the Sep 4, 2024 BruinPost: Interim Updated Time Place Manner (TPM) Policies