Heterodox Academy is a nonpartisan collaborative of 5,000+ professors, educators, administrators, staff, and students who are committed to enhancing the quality of research and education by promoting open inquiry, viewpoint diversity, and constructive disagreement in institutions of higher learning.
The latest at Heterodox
-
Book Summary
The Channeling of the American Mind
Committing to real world change—often in the face of opposition by activists coming from one or the other end of the political spectrum will be a tough line to walk, and requires productive interactions between all members of the campus community.read the full blogOpinion PieceHow We Fought Each Other at Michigan Law
Two law professors with opposing views on most constitutional issues show how, especially in this polarized age, it's important to engage and debate rather than shut down and ruin the lives of people with whom we have disagreements.read the full blogHxAnnouncementHeterodox Academy to Host 3rd Annual Conference to Renew Trust in Universities
HxA Conference 2022 will explore the theme “Renewing Spaces of Knowledge and Trust” to highlight the urgent need for open inquiry, viewpoint diversity, and constructive disagreement in higher education.read the full hxannouncementHeterodox Out LoudEpisode 37: The Life and Philosophy of HxA President, John Tomasi
A personal and wide-ranging interview with Heterodox Academy President, John Tomasiread about this podcastOpinion PieceThe Late Great University of [Fill in the Blank]: A Prescient Convocation Address at the University of Chicago
Richard Shweder's prophetic 2005 address from on the decline of liberalism on American campuses.read the full blogHxAnnouncementOpen Inquiry in a Global Context: Announcing Our Next Theme
We are excited to announce the topic of our May programs and blog entries: Open Inquiry in a Global Context.read the full hxannouncementOpinion PieceOn The Crisis of Trust in Higher Education: A Pre-Conference Roundtable
A roundtable discussion on the crisis of trust in higher education with HxA Conference 2022 speakers: Holden Thorp, Erec Smith, Michael Roth, and Shirley Mullen.read the full blogHeterodox DialoguesThe Self-Censorship Crisis in Higher Ed: How Accurate is the Data? (Part 2)
PART 2: HxA research team continues debating John Wilson on the merits of self-censorship research, including Heterodox Academy's Campus Expression Survey.read the full blogHeterodox Out LoudEpisode 36: The Case for Courageous Truth-Seeking
Robert George on how to remain passionate in one's commitments, while also embracing and engaging opposing perspectives.read about this podcastEventMoreDangerous Ideas: China and the Risks of Scholarship
Maya Wang, Senior China Researcher at Human Rights Watch, will discuss the challenges and risks that Chinese scholars and students face.event details