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Keywords

neutrality, free speech, moral responsibility, higher education, university, diversity, equity, inclusion

Document Type

Editorial

Theme

The University in the Crossfire: Quandaries over Neutrality, Moral Responsibility, Corporatization, and the Protection of Free Speech in Difficult Times

Abstract

For the first time in nearly 20 years of publication, the Journal of Educational Controversy is dedicating an entire issue to the university. This focus comes at a pivotal moment for democracy, as universities face mounting governmental interference. When we first issued our call for papers, student protests were erupting across campuses, and congressional hearings were placing college presidents under intense scrutiny.

Our journal has always engaged with pressing contemporary issues, inviting scholars to offer insights that help the public navigate complex debates. Yet, the unfolding events have surpassed the scope of our initial focus. Attacks on diversity and equity initiatives have intensified. Fears of student visa revocations over speech-related concerns have grown. Harvard University has come under fire, prompting a countersuit against the federal government.

Despite these rapidly evolving events, the theme of this issue was still able to capture the broad set of concerns confronting our universities today.

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Language

English

Format

application/pdf

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