NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Tennessee State University issued a statement regarding the removal of a group from its campus on Tuesday.

TSU reports that a group of people, unaffiliated with the university, appeared on campus without prior notice.

“In accordance with university policy, any demonstration or protest activity requires advance approval and permitting,” TSU said.

The group was escorted from university grounds without incident by campus police and staff.

“At all times, TSU students conducted themselves in a professional and respectful manner,” the university said.

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