UK universities tackling extremism
Posted by admin in Academic Freedom on 07. Jan, 2010 | 0 Comments
Universities in the United Kingdom are grappling with the problem of how to tackle extremism, while maintaining academic freedom. The BBC reports: Universities UK president, Steve Smith, said there had to be a balance between security and freedom of speech. “It is essential that as a society we respond rationally to the issue of extremism,” [...]
Dissenting Thai Professor flees to England
Posted by admin in Academic Freedom, News on 10. Feb, 2009 | 0 Comments
Giles Ji Ungpakorn, a prominent Thai professor who has joint British and Thai nationality fled Thailand yesterday (Monday 9 February). Ungpakorn is facing the charge of “lese majesty” – offence against the monarchy – for his book A Coup for the Ric, in which he criticises the 2006 military coup. From the UK Guardian: Giles [...]
Attack on freedom of speech at Victoria University
Posted by admin in Academic Freedom, News on 18. Dec, 2008 | 1 Comment
Read the NTEU media release here. Read the statement from Friends of Victoria University In an astounding move, the Chancellor of Victoria University is threatening to sue an academic staff member. Dr Jamie Doughney, a senior lecturer and NTEU Victorian Division President, has been threatened with legal action over critical remarks he made in the [...]
