Tag: free speech
Editorial Board: The D.O. stands with Indiana Daily Student, reaffirms independence
The D.O. remains committed to sharing truthful, accurate and fair stories on Syracuse and SU, with the mission of amplifying the voices of our community members. We believe the engagement and support of educators and readers is crucial to maintaining student journalism as a whole. Read More »
Letter to the Editor: AAUP condemns assault on free speech, suggests caution
Such unilateral and swift actions curtailing these rights appear as prime examples of university administrations across the country siding with authoritarianism rather than defending the free inquiry and speech necessary to university cultures specifically and open, democratic societies more generally. Read More »
SU receives 'D-’ in 2025 campus free speech rankings
Syracuse University received a D- score on the 2025 College Free Speech Rankings, a yearly assessment of free speech on campus. Read More »
Brandi Levy discusses Supreme Court case, free speech at Tully Center
Brandi Levy discussed her personal experience with a Supreme Court case that sparked national debates over free speech on social media. Read More »
Opinion: Under Trump’s administration, freedom of speech is selective
As we look to the future, it’s essential that we demand this equality in speech protections, recognizing that selective support for free expression not only undermines democracy but can also have serious consequences in society. Read More »
SU releases 'Syracuse Statement' on academic freedom, free speech
The Syracuse Statement working group released its final document outlining goals for "free expression and free inquiry" at SU Wednesday. Read More »
Ritter, Groves explain ‘Syracuse Statement,' reflect on SU's free expression values
Provost Gretchen Ritter and Senior Vice President Allen Groves explained more about the "Syracuse Statement" — SU's upcoming stance on academic freedom. Read More »
Students, faculty share feedback on university academic freedom statement
Members of the “Syracuse Statement” working group held open forums Tuesday to collect input on SU's developing academic freedom statement. Read More »
SA to hold town hall to gather university academic freedom statement feedback
SA will host a "Freedom of Speech Town Hall" on March 26 to collect input for SU's impending statement on academic freedom and free speech. Read More »
Banned Books Read-Out combats literary censorship
Highlighting challenged and banned books, the second annual Banned Books Read-Out spreads awareness Read More »
Documentary focusing on Julian Assange and his family showcased at Newhouse
Julian Assange’s brother and father stopped by SU to showcase their documentary ‘Ithaka: A Fight To Free Julian Assange’ to students, staff and community members. Read More »
David Bruen should end his campaign for reelection
From the very beginning of his time at SU, Bruen has been an insider within SA and a friend to the administration, a major reason why many students are so frustrated. Read More »
Be careful what you post on Yik Yak
Students should use Yik Yak to bring change to campus or make good-natured jokes everyone can relate to, not spread toxicity. Read More »
SU’s Code of Student Conduct needs to change
While students should be held accountable for their actions, SU should not place them on academic probation. Read More »
Professor who referred to COVID-19 as ‘Wuhan Flu’ seeks reinstatement at SU
Chemistry professor Jon Zubieta and a free speech group called on SU in a letter Tuesday to drop its investigation on Zubieta and immediately reinstate him. Read More »
College Republicans reject resolution condemning Ben Shapiro
The College Republicans pushed back against a draft resolution that condemned conservative commentator Ben Shapiro as a “white supremacist” after it was announced he could visit campus in the fall. Read More »
Ben Shapiro may visit SU in October
Conservative political commentator Ben Shapiro will come to Syracuse University in October. Details about the event, which will cost about $40,000, are still being determined. Read More »
More than 300 faculty, students sign letter opposing #NotAgainSU suspensions
In the letter, signatories call for the immediate reinstatement of suspended students and express opposition to “the university choosing the nuclear option” of consequences. Read More »
Current, former chancellors have both faced free speech criticism
Chancellor Kent Syverud and former chancellor Nancy Cantor have both faced criticism of their free speech stances. Read More »
Anti-Defamation League says series of hate, bias incidents is “incredibly concerning”
Swastikas, racist graffiti and racial slurs have been etched, written and yelled throughout SU’s campus since Nov. 7. Read More »
Syverud to provide 'detailed responses' to #NotAgainSU next week
Chancellor Kent Syverud said in a video message to the campus community that he will provide "detailed responses" to the Barnes Center protesters next week. Read More »
Syverud offers few details on Free Speech Working Group
Despite the working group’s stated goal of reviewing SU’s free speech policies, several members of the University Senate wonder what the true purpose is. Read More »
Free speech on campus group expected to deliver final suggestions by May
The Free Speech Working Group will recommend changes to the university’s free speech and civil discourse policies to further the campus’ culture of thought diversity and open dialogue, said Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Keith Alford in a campus-wide email. Read More »