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Ivy League Anonymous: Great Awokening and Campus Radicals — #64

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Political Engagement and Cultural Shifts in Ivy League Universities

The chapter explores the differences in political engagement between international and American students in a STEM program at Ivy League universities. It delves into the challenges, perspectives, and cultural shifts around expressing conservative or moderate viewpoints, particularly noting the prevalence of walking on eggshells around taboo topics in humanities disciplines. The discussion highlights the need for caution and self-control in expressing opinions due to concerns about future job opportunities and relationships, reflecting on the societal expectations that impact students' ability to freely discuss ideas in academic settings.

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