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academic freedom

NOUN
freedom to learn
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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

"In terms of academic freedom, it's very problematic," said the researcher, who had planned some 20 meetings and seminars with Israeli and Palestinian researchers and students during his trip.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

Creighton says that claims the government is crushing academic freedom are misplaced, and that his changes are aimed at shoring up confidence in Texas Tech so students will attend.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025

Believing so — or poking fun at threats to academic freedom — causes concerned students to wonder whether university leaders are, in fact, prepared to meet this moment.

From Salon • Nov. 8, 2025

The president of the union had made a statement on WGN about the case and the importance of supporting free speech and academic freedom.

From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements



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