Academic Freedom

Costume company's idea of a female Ph.D. derided as sexist and foolish by real female Ph.D.s.

In the new book The Case Against Academic Boycotts of Israel, a key theme is the relationship between anti-Semitism and the boycott, divestment and sanctions movement.

Student group that invites commencement speakers votes to rescind invitation to controversial comedian, but chancellor vetoes their move, citing the importance of free speech.

Facing backlash, some colleges are apologizing or pushing for more toned-down events -- even though the original concepts have won praise from experts.

A professor's comments opposing the American Studies Association's boycott of Israeli universities became the subject of a disciplinary investigation at Fordham University.

Princeton professor protests his preemptive exclusion from a panel based on his support of the academic boycott of Israel.

Henry Reichman argues that several recent statements from college leaders indeed pose a threat to academic freedom.

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Cary Nelson writes that the calls for civility on campus are appropriate -- and need not squelch academic freedom, strong advocacy or unpopular views.

By Cary Nelson