Free Speech

The University of California's second annual conference on campus free speech turned into an actual exercise in free speech when student protesters unexpectedly showed up.

Student protesters occupying a building at Syracuse University have dug in their heels and refused to leave. University leaders responded by suspending them.

Louisville officials changed their minds about the free speech rights of a student who distributed anti-gay pamphlets at a LGBTQ Studies course. They have banned him from repeating his action.

A committee at Georgetown University law school is re-evaluating its policies on student protests after a demonstration prevented a speaker's speech. Some law students believe the move will chill free speech.

Conservative students say their organizations are often denied official campus recognition -- by other student leaders -- because of their political beliefs.

The U.S. Education Department says its newly proposed rule would "level the playing field" for religious institutions applying for funding from the agency. But critics question the motives and assumptions underlying the rule.

Iowa State University policy restricting political messages written in chalk on campus sidewalks is being challenged in court as violating students' free speech rights. Supporters of the policy believe it will protect underrepresented groups from hateful language.

Colleges are increasingly collaborating with students who have large social media followings. Where do the boundaries lie?