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‘Institutional Neutrality Applies to Actions—Not Just Words’
Vanderbilt University chancellor Daniel Diermeier argues that demonstrating a political point of view contradicts higher education’s core mission and values.
Neutrality Directive Raises Concerns for Yale Women’s Center
Yale University administrators urged a student group to adopt a policy of “broad neutrality” after clashes over Palestinian advocacy. Some say the vague directive could chill speech.
Columbia Bars Vocal Pro-Israel Assistant Professor From Campus
Columbia University has barred vocal pro-Israel faculty member Shai Davidai from campus because of unspecified conduct on Oct. 7, 2024—the...
U of Michigan Extends Ono’s Contract to 2032
University of Michigan president Santa Ono inked a contract extension with the Board of Regents through 2032, MLive.com reported. The...
Kansas Lecturer Leaves After Remark on Shooting Men Who Won’t Vote for Women
The University of Kansas announced Friday that an instructor is no longer employed there after a video showed him “making...
Judge Halts Effort to Remove Penn State Trustee
A Centre County Court judge has delayed an effort to remove Pennsylvania State University trustee Barry Fenchak, who is suing...
A New Community College Sees Growth and Challenges
Erie County community members begged for a community college in their area. In fall 2021, they got one. How’s the upstart faring several years later?
What’s Behind the Push for ‘Institutional Neutrality’?
Since last Oct. 7, several institutions have pledged to refrain from speaking on political and social issues. But what does it mean for a university to go neutral?