Statement on Free Expression and Institutional Speech
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Freedom of expression and academic freedom are core values of our University. The ability of members of our community to formulate and express their ideas is at the heart of our role as producers and disseminators of knowledge. It is an important reason why our institution, along with other universities, is an essential component of our democracy. In recent years, as our politics have become more polarized, some people have questioned what the boundaries of free expression should be in an academic community.
Originally published: September 27, 2024
Author: Michael H. Schill
Position: President
Institution: Northwestern University
Published by: President's Office