academic freedom
noun
: freedom to teach or to learn without interference (as by government officials)
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Though many policies and critiques stem from concerns about liberal ideology, Appleby said administrations must have rigorous policies protecting free speech and academic freedom.
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Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
The California Teachers Association remained opposed, warning the law could chill free speech and threaten academic freedom.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 29 Dec. 2025
His administration has targeted universities—crushing student protests and threatening academic freedom.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
Students and faculty concerns over the university's odd leadership change have simmered since the summer, but Jikeli's handling of academic freedom matters caused discontent to boil over.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 1 Dec. 2025
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Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 10 Jan. 2026
The California Teachers Association remained opposed, warning the law could chill free speech and threaten academic freedom.
—Grant Stringer, Mercury News, 29 Dec. 2025
His administration has targeted universities—crushing student protests and threatening academic freedom.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
Students and faculty concerns over the university's odd leadership change have simmered since the summer, but Jikeli's handling of academic freedom matters caused discontent to boil over.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 1 Dec. 2025
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“Academic freedom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/academic%20freedom. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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