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Free Speech

For years, free speech has been a hotly debated issue on college campuses. Read our latest news, opinion and advice stories about free speech in higher education.
The Review | Opinion
The Heritage Foundation’s ‘Project Esther’ would weaponize antisemitism.
'An Assault on Academic Freedom'
By Kate Hidalgo Bellows March 14, 2025
A Trump-administration letter calls for tighter disciplinary measures over protests and antisemitism before negotiations on the planned cancellation of $400 million in federal funds can progress.
March 13, 2024
ON DEMAND: Join experts to explore updated strategies that universities can use in their graduate programs. With Support From Evidence In Motion. Watch on demand.
March 5, 2024
ON DEMAND: Students are encouraged to embrace free speech and express themselves, but controversial speakers or protests can lead to conflict. Join us to learn about de-escalating controversy and promoting inclusivity. With Support From Constructive Dialogue Institute. Watch on demand.
'An Unconscionable Price'
By Alissa Gary March 10, 2025
President Trump, who vowed to deport international students who have participated in Gaza protests, said Monday that it was “the first arrest of many to come.”
'Immediate Cancellation'
The move is an extraordinary escalation of a months-long feud between Republican politicians and the university.
Campus Activism
By Kate Hidalgo Bellows March 4, 2025
President Trump also said Tuesday that his administration would cut federal funding from any institution that allowed “illegal protests” to persist.
The Review | Opinion
By Laura Ann Rosenbury March 3, 2025
I’m the president of Barnard. This is my line in the sand.
The Review | Opinion
By Brian Rosenberg February 25, 2025
Silence is not an option.
The Review | Essay
By Perry Link February 19, 2025
Colleges are afflicted by a culture of surveillance and doublespeak.