What does this trend tell us, if anything, about the direction of higher education? Are official statements just cheap lip service? Or is this a moment for faculty to organize on campus to create positive change – and if so, what might that look like?

In this live event, academic experts will aim to discuss the following:

• What are the most effective levers that can enhance the impact of faculty organizing?

• What are the challenges faculty face when organizing on campus to promote open inquiry and free expression (e.g., through events, resolutions, policy recommendations, etc).

• How do you ensure that statements and recommendations convert to actual campus policy?

• Could hedged or “balanced” statements about conflicting university values do more harm than good?

• It’s a “year of free speech” on many campuses - what changes do we think will actually occur?

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