Sylvia Goodman
Reporting Fellow
Sylvia Goodman is a reporting fellow who joined The Chronicle in July 2022. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Northwestern University, with minors in business institutions and Middle East and North African studies. Her work has previously appeared in The Courier-Journal and the Chicago Tribune. She has also interned with WBEZ, Chicago’s NPR-affiliate, in the podcasting department. Email her at sylvia.goodman@chronicle.com, or find her on Twitter @sylviaruthg.
Stories by this Author
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Free SpeechA Professor Is Suspended for Suggesting It’s Better to ‘Kill’ Racist or Homophobic Speakers Than Shout Them Down
Wayne State University’s president said the comment crossed a line and reported the professor to police. -
'A Constant Source of Rejection'
Demand Grows for Religious Colleges to Recognize LGBTQ Clubs. Often, the Chances Are Slim.
Colleges across denominations are being challenged on campus and in courts by a student population that is increasingly demanding equal resources and acceptance. -
Daily Briefing
Are Reports of Widespread College Demises Exaggerated?
Lawsuit filed over canceled campus drag show; Political climate plays a role in students’ college search; and more. -
Campus Speech
Stanford Law’s Diversity Dean Is ‘on Leave’ as Controversy Boils Over a Disrupted Speech
Jenny Martinez, the law school’s dean, on Wednesday wrote a 5,000-word letter to the campus community that staked out a clear position on free speech and diversity, equity, and inclusion. -
Daily Briefing
Terminated for Teaching About Racial Justice
U. of Chicago graduate students vote to unionize again; Hampshire College to allow transfers from the New College of Florida; and more. -
Daily Briefing
Daily Briefing: Rifts Remain at Temple U. Despite Deal to End Strike
The note found with the Michigan State shooter’s body; arguments for and against Education Department guidance; and more. -
Race on Campus
How #YeIsRight Spurred Campus Antisemitism
College administrators and Jewish civil-rights activists were already on high alert when the artist formerly known as Kanye West went on an antisemitic rant. -
Daily Briefing
Daily Briefing: Will Colleges Support Prison-Ed Students Once They’re Out?
Penn State considers plans to drop Greek-life oversight; Florida bill could eliminate some majors; and more. -
Campus Free Speech
By Announcing an Investigation, Did Tulane Censor Her?
After a student published an article defending Kanye West, Tulane denounced it and opened a review of her conduct. Some free-speech experts say the university may have violated her rights by implying that her speech may not be protected. -
Daily Briefing
Daily Briefing: Research in China and Russia Put on Hold
North Idaho College board attempts to rally support; marathon revival meeting dispersed at Kentucky college; and more.
