academic freedom

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UC President James B. Milliken has said the university is open to talks with the Trump administration but will “never compromise” on its independence, governance, values and academic freedom.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Hassett’s remarks raised concerns about Federal Reserve independence and academic freedom.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

As the regulator for all higher education providers in England, the outcome of the challenge against the OfS will have far-reaching implications for its ability to enforce freedom of speech and academic freedom at universities.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Exceptions like these are necessary, as schools obviously can’t be neutral about the value of education, what counts as scholarly expertise or the importance of academic freedom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

He was a staunch proponent of academic freedom and highly critical of Nazi Germany and Japanese militarism.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly