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Trigger Unhappy
Facing widespread faculty opposition, Oberlin drops policy requiring warnings about material that may be upsetting to students. Do students need such cautions?
Humor That Dare Not Speak Its Name
U. of South Carolina Upstate -- facing legislative anger over planned performance by lesbian humorist -- calls off event.
Discharged for Dishing It Out
A former University of Tennessee staffer takes the institution to court over online comments about a dirty microwave oven.
No Bullies Allowed
Board chair at George Washington U. says shared governance policy review shed light on faculty "bullying" of those off the tenure track. But not everyone agrees with his analysis or solutions.
Retaliation Claim Vindicated
Federal jury backs conservative academic who says he was denied promotion to full professor because of his political views.
Censoring Art and History
Kennesaw State U. orders museum to kill installation dealing with land -- donated to the university -- that was homestead of woman who was an apologist for lynching.
How a Talk Got Aborted
Brown U. releases report on the disrupted appearance by Ray Kelly, detailing numerous unsuccessful efforts to win over protesters.
Protecting Academic Freedom
Federal appeals court issues strong statements about the importance of protecting speech by faculty members in public higher education.