Be ready to be shocked and offended at university, students told

The Office for Students (OfS) advises students to be ready to be shocked and offended at university, as controversial views are a part of education. This advice follows new guidelines from OfS on upholding free speech in universities, enforced by a law starting in August. Instances of universities restricting free speech, like the University of Sussex's fine for obstructing freedom of speech, are highlighted in the published guidance. Students are encouraged to be respectful of others' opinions and express themselves within the legal bounds of free speech.