We are acutely aware of the ongoing conversation regarding some of the events on November 8, 2007.  While this conversation is relevant to many of us, we hope that SBA can help to facilitate it so that it is productive and positive.  By focusing on our common goal, we can move toward solidarity rather than division.  We will all eventually disagree on the content or presentation of course material and we must ensure that UCLA School of Law is a place where everyone's voice is respected in that disagreement. 
 
We believe that any student should be allowed to approach any and all members of the school community with valid and responsible pedagogical concerns in a respectful and thoughtful way without fear of humiliation, personal insult, or implied violence. 
 
We believe that any student's concerns surrounding the treatment of complex and volatile topics ought to be given respectful consideration by all faculty and the administration.  No one should ever be demeaned or disrespected for articulating those concerns, whether or not others agree.  Academic freedom must include our rights as students to be free to think critically and express disagreement both in and outside of the classroom.  We are all harmed when anyone is silenced by an environment that discourages discourse. 
 
We believe that the UCLA School of Law must be committed to creating a safe, welcoming space and a culture of open, honest debate for everyone.  Under no circumstances will SBA tolerate hateful comments that serve to intimidate and marginalize. 
 
Moving forward, we expect that we will all be mindful of our own voices and, in anticipation of that moment when we may be the ones who express concern, we will respect those who have already spoken.

SBA will also take action to ensure an appropriate response from faculty members and the administration in accordance with the Faculty Code of Conduct.