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Here’s why student censorship set a new record in 2025

Backlash against student speech peaked in 2025 as college administrators and political officials grappled with dialogue and demonstrations.

How to reintroduce diversity and overcome false narratives

Paullette Granberry Russell, president of the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education, joins the podcast to discuss recapturing the DEI narrative—and welcoming members who’ve historically denounced diversity initiatives.

How campus viewpoint diversity is taking on a new light

Promoting conservative voices on campus can help viewpoint diversity flourish. Some leaders believe it begins with teaching students how to engage with one another.

Why it’s more important for students than leaders to speak out

Institutional neutrality is vital during today's widening political divisions, says Xavier University President Colleen Hanycz, who takes pride in being vocal about not being vocal.

These 3 campuses are battle-tested ahead of the election

See how Baylor, Bucknell and Elon universities have fortified civil dialogue initiatives on campus ahead of a hotly debated U.S. presidential election.

How to navigate student protests in a polarized era

In moments of division, leaders are encouraged to embrace the roles of “educators and bridge-builders” to create environments where empathy and understanding take priority over conflict, per report.

President’s corner: Why Hilary Link anchors herself in history for perspective, poise and innovation

Whether spearheading growth opportunities or helping sow campus harmony, Link, the "bi-cultural" scholar, carries this centuries-old, nine-word phrase with her as the leader of Drew University.

Free speech, and other issues keeping these 11 college presidents up at night

Liberal arts college leaders attending The Presidents Dinner in D.C. are tangled in a Catch-22 balancing First Amendment protections. But dialogue and learning to listen are seen as solutions.

5 insights for college leaders who want to improve civil discourse on campus

As sparks begin to fly on the campaign trail, they're bound to drive a new round of heated exchanges on our campuses. The lessons Gen Z learns from it will have lasting effects on our society.