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Parting of Ways
Wheaton of Illinois and professor it tried to fire over her statements about God reach deal under which she will leave.
Why Did UC Fire a Tenured Professor?
The University of California has fired just a handful of tenured professors since the late 1950s -- including one late last month. Details are still hazy, but those involved in the controversial case against a well-known professor of English at the Riverside campus are breaking their silence.
Iran Releases Detained Student
An American student enrolled in an intensive language program affiliated with the University of Tehran is among the prisoners released by Iran.
Faith and Freedom
Wheaton of Illinois is seeking to fire a professor for violating its statement of faith. Conflict draws attention to such statements, and renews debate on whether they are compatible with academic freedom.
Historians Reject Measure Criticizing Israel
Scholars question idea that one country should be "singled out."
Limit on Free Speech
Appeals court rules U of Hawaii was justified in denying student teaching experience to man who was qualified academically but whose statements about adult-child sex and students with disabilities alarmed professors.
Turkey's Take Back
The Institute of Turkish Studies has been accused of pushing the Turkish state's agenda on the Armenian genocide. Now the Turkish government has withdrawn its funding. Why?
Donor With Opinions
Irvine faculty members and students question idea of professorships endowed by foundation that wants to change scholarly study of Hinduism -- and to influence search process for hires.