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Clear and Present Danger podcast – Episode 21
In this episode we examine the impact of Cato's Letters and the roots of America's revolutionary understanding on freedom of speech.
Announcing FIRE’s 2019 Regional Conference
FIRE is thrilled to announce that our third annual Regional Conference will take place on Saturday, April 13, 2019 in Boulder, Colorado.
Department of Education releases FAQ on student privacy law, and school safety
The Department of Education took an important step towards helping schools understand how to follow student privacy law today.
10 Worst Colleges for Free Speech: 2019
FIRE's 10 Worst Colleges for Free Speech list compiles the worst of the worst offenders at public and private colleges and universities.
Civil liberties coalition raises concerns about surveillance of Chinese students intending to study in the United States
In a letter to the U.S. Secretary of State, FIRE, EFF, PEN America, NCAC, and Defending Rights & Dissent raised concerns about vetting of Chinese students.
FIRE calls on Augsburg University to reinstate professor
FIRE wrote to Augsburg University, calling on the school to honor its own policies and promises of academic freedom by reinstating professor Phillip Adamo.
Student Attitudes Association Survey - Full Text
A survey conducted by FIRE and YouGov analyzed 2,225 college students’ attitudes toward expression, association on campus, and civil rights and liberties.
So to Speak podcast: LGBT equality and the First Amendment
On today’s episode of So to Speak, we speak with Professor Carlos Ball about his book, “The First Amendment and LGBT Equality: A Contentious History.”
University of Arizona earns FIRE's highest rating for free speech
The University of Arizona is the second institution in the state of Arizona to earn FIRE's highest rating for free speech.
Email From The Intercultural Affairs Committee
Dear Yale students, The end of October is quickly approaching, and along with the falling leaves and cooler nights come the Halloween celebrations on our campus and in our community. These celebrations provide opportunities for students to socialize...
February Speech Code of the Month: University of New Orleans
At the University of New Orleans, sending “suggestive” letters, notes, or invitations is punishable as sexual harassment.
A “reflective” inquisition: LMU burdens Ben Shapiro lecture
Loyola Marymount University required a student chapter of the YAF to answer a list of invasive, leading questions to approve a talk by Ben Shapiro.
Announcing the winners of FIRE’s 2018-2019 Free Speech Essay Contest!
We are excited to announce the following winners of this year’s Free Speech Essay Contest
FIRE submits comment to Dept. of Education on Title IX regs
FIRE submitted its formal comment today on the Department of Education's proposed Title IX regulations.