A group that has led open-carry walks at other Ohio campuses plans to lead such a walk at Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State University's Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ Campus from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24.
Ohio law permits people to openly carry weapons on public property, which includes Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State campuses.
The university's policy prohibiting students, staff and faculty from possessing weapons anywhere on university property remains in effect.
The group will not enter any university buildings carrying weapons. Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State police officers will be in close proximity to the walk in order to ensure safety and protect the rights of all, including walk participants.
This group has held open-carry walks without incident at other campuses, including the University of Cincinnati, Ohio State University and the University of Akron.
Questions should be directed to the Division of Student Affairs at 330-672-4050, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. All other hours, please call the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ Student Center information desk at 330-672-2554.