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SUMMARY:What Can the University Be?
DESCRIPTION:A Conversation on Academic Freedom, Freedom of Expression, and the Future of Higher Education\nUniversities are being asked to do many things at once: defend free inquiry, navigate competing convictions, support community well-being, and demonstrate public value. Join us for a timely discussion on the role of the university as a public institution and the conditions that make meaningful dialogue across difference possible.\nKeynote Address\nShannon Dea, Professor of Philosophy, Saint Mary’s University\n“The Sheeran Effect? Institutional Neutrality, Scholarly Commitment, and the Academic Mission”\nRespondent\nPaul Axelrod, Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Education, York University\nDrawing on their rich scholarship and depth of expertise, speakers will situate current tensions and opportunities around academic freedom, freedom of expression, academic community, care, and civility.\nJoin the Conversation\nJoin us for an engaging dialogue exploring the university as a vital public institution and the conditions needed for intellectual openness, productive disagreement, and meaningful exchange across differences while sustaining communities of learning.\n\nDate: October 6, 2026 \nTime: 2:30PM-4PM \nLocation: 519 Kaneff Tower\n\nRegistration Link\nLight refreshments will be served.\n
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CATEGORIES:Well-being,Well-being Week
LOCATION:519 Kaneff Tower
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