The University of Louisiana-Lafayette recently updated its free speech policy after questions were raised about the previous policy and its allegedly vague wording.
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Anonymous Criticism in Media could lead to Discipline at Private Catholic University in Ohio
A private Catholic university in Ohio is proposing disciplinary actions against faculty members who are anonymous sources in the media.
University of Michigan Changes Speech Policies in Light of Lawsuit, DOJ Position
University of Michigan changed its free speech policies after the Department of Justice announced its support of a lawsuit against the university.
Florida Joins Eight States in Banning Free Speech Zones
Florida signed a bill into law that banned ‘free speech zones,’ which protects students’ freedom of speech on college campuses, and became the ninth state to pass this type of law.
At Least 1,500 Professors Vow to Uphold Viewpoint Diversity
Heterodox Academy, an effort started by two professors to help instill a culture of viewpoint diversity on college campuses, said that 1,500 professors agreed to allow for this kind of free debate on their college campuses.
Michigan State Settles Lawsuit with Controversial Speaker over Free Speech Protections
Michigan State University settled a lawsuit with a white supremacist to let him speak on their campus during their spring break.
University of Maryland Students Unhappy about Administration’s Rejection of Hate Symbol Ban
University of Maryland students were unhappy after the administration rejected ban on hate symbols, when the administration cited First Amendment protections for their decision.
Harvard Estimates It Costs Over $10,000 to Host Controversial Speakers due to Increased Security
Security costs have increased in light of protests at Harvard University, totaling at least $10,000 per speech.
Virginia Poll: Half of Residents Prefer Protecting against Discrimination Over Free Speech
50% of Virginia residents prefer protecting against discrimination over protecting freedom of speech, per a poll by VCU.
Cal-Berkeley May Work on Free Speech Policies after Negative Rating
After receiving a ‘yellow’ rating by the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE), Cal-Berkeley may revamp parts of its speech policies.
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University of Louisiana-Lafayette Updates Free Speech Policy after Criticism from Student Group
Virginia State University has Vague Wording of “Public Morals” in Handbook
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Hollywood Criticizes Bowling Green State University for Changing Theater Building Name
Cal Poly Professor Created Attendance App by Using GPS Location Data
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Why Angela Davis Should Remember the Jonestown Massacre
Not that anyone should forget but the revolutionary radical turned credentialed academic has a special reason to remember the mass suicide/homicide that occurred 40 years ago in the country of Guyana on November 18, 1978.
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