Free Speech

A committee at Georgetown University law school is re-evaluating its policies on student protests after a demonstration prevented a speaker's speech. Some law students believe the move will chill free speech.

Conservative students say their organizations are often denied official campus recognition -- by other student leaders -- because of their political beliefs.

The U.S. Education Department says its newly proposed rule would "level the playing field" for religious institutions applying for funding from the agency. But critics question the motives and assumptions underlying the rule.

Iowa State University policy restricting political messages written in chalk on campus sidewalks is being challenged in court as violating students' free speech rights. Supporters of the policy believe it will protect underrepresented groups from hateful language.

Colleges are increasingly collaborating with students who have large social media followings. Where do the boundaries lie?

Dave Brinker sheds some light on the current scope of nonresident students’ influence on local elections -- and how it calls us to reflect on the core values of American democratic society and higher education.

Author discusses his book that seeks a new framework for the debate about free speech on campus.

What does it mean when the National Communication Association shuts down discussions on its Listserv?