The Academic Freedom Podcast

On the Boundaries of Faculty Free Speech

Feb 14, 2025
Michael Berube is the Edwin Erle Sparks Professor of Literature at Penn State, and Jennifer Ruth is a film professor at Portland State University. They discuss the vital distinctions between free speech and academic freedom, especially in light of today's social justice movements. They explore the challenges around extramural speech, the complexities of tenure, and the political dynamics affecting faculty autonomy. Key issues include how public statements can impact careers and the need for procedural protections to safeguard academic integrity.
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