Demonstration Policies

Most demonstrations such as marches, meetings, picketing and rallies are peaceful and non-obstructive. However, demonstrations can become disruptive if one or more of the following conditions exist:

  • Interference with the normal operations of the college.
  • Prevention of access to an office, building or other college facility.
  • Threat of physical harm to persons or damage to college facilities.
  • Disorderly conduct which disturbs the campus or community.

If any of these conditions exist:

Contact Security & Public Safety at x6888 and report the location, nature and size of the disturbance.

Continue as much as possible with your normal routine. If the disturbance is outside, stay away from doors and windows.

Avoid provoking or obstructing demonstrators. Do not interfere with those persons creating the disturbance or with law enforcement authorities on the scene.

Any member of the college community who would like to conduct a peaceful and non-obstructive demonstration can organize such a demonstration by contacting the Director of Public Safety, Chief Arnaldo Bernabe, at 718-518-6888.

Organizers should be prepared to discuss, time of the demonstration, date, and subject matter. This information will be used to ensure that the demonstration can be held in a safe manner without risk of harm to demonstrator and non- demonstrators alike.