Prepare for Fall 2024: Campus Safety and Free Speech Strategies and the Upcoming Election
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As the fall 2024 semester is now underway, campuses are actively addressing ongoing challenges, including heightened concerns around student safety, free speech, and the potential impact of the upcoming elections.
To help campus leaders navigate these challenges, we’ve gathered crucial insights and strategies from top experts. Listen to recent episodes of the dotEDU podcast, explore our latest issue briefs, and register for upcoming live discussions to ensure your campus is prepared for the complex dynamics of the new academic year.
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In an open letter addressed to both presidential candidates, ACE has outlined a comprehensive set of policy recommendations aimed at leveraging U.S. colleges and universities to address the nation’s most pressing challenges, like student safety and free speech. ACE President Ted Mitchell has shared a comprehensive set of policy recommendations to address these concerns. You can read the full letter here or view the summary page for key highlights and actionable strategies to support and protect students during this pivotal time.
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Harvard legal scholar Cass Sunstein joins Mushtaq Gunja and Sarah Spreitzer to delve into the foundational role of the First Amendment in shaping responses to campus protests and free speech issues in higher education. Drawing from his latest book, Campus Free Speech: A Pocket Guide, written in the wake of the protests of spring 2024, Sunstein offers practical insights on the complexities surrounding the issue, including the distinctions between public and private institutions, the implications of Title VI, and more. (Aired September 30, 2024)
Fred Lawrence, a seasoned higher education leader, joined us on ACE’s dotEDU podcast in May to discuss the delicate balance between free speech and campus safety. Amid the heightened tensions of last spring, Lawrence provided valuable perspectives on fostering inclusive campus communities. His insights remain crucial as we navigate similar challenges ahead.
(Aired May 13, 2024)
NASPA President Kevin Kruger joins the podcast to talk about the challenges facing students—and student affairs professionals—in 2024. On the agenda: the spring protests over the war in Gaza, student mental health, DEI, and how student affairs can support students during this time of almost unprecedented challenge. (Aired June 6, 2024)
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ACE’s recently released issue brief explores how campus leaders can address potential challenges related to free speech, safety, and campus climate. Featuring expert perspectives, this resource provides essential guidance for a successful academic year.
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This issue brief updates ACE’s 2023 guide on how institutions can support student voting and manage campus political activities. It provides examples of what’s allowed and what’s not. Freedom of speech and civility are not covered. Prepared in June 2024 by Peter McDonough, ACE’s vice president and general counsel, and Hogan Lovells U.S. LLP.
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A strategy guide for higher education leaders and administrators to help instill civic participation and successful campus voting initiatives. From Education for All, a group of over 250 college presidents, mostly from community colleges. ACE is a partner in this campaign.
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