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BYU Cracks Down on Liberal Professors | Ep. 1980

Mormon Stories Podcast

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Academic Freedom Under Constraint at BYU

This chapter explores the challenges faced by professors at BYU as they navigate the institution's rigid adherence to church doctrines. It discusses the implications of stringent hiring practices, the climate of fear surrounding job security, and the consequences of expressing progressive views within an environment that increasingly suppresses diverse thought. The analysis highlights the tension between academic integrity and religious conformity, raising concerns about the future of academic freedom at the university.

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