After the recent unrest in Charlottesville, VA many colleges are working towards a solution that satisfies both free speech and keeps campuses safe for students. Many parents, students, and faculty weigh in on the topic and include sage advice. Many students are working to ensure everyone feels accepted, stays vigilant, and unites together. Colleges are balancing the ability to allow free speech for all sides yet potentially limiting protests and rallies on campus to protect the student body.
Key Takeaways:
- Many signs of the recent traumatic, protest-related events could be seen recently around the University of Virginia campus.
- Flags flew at half mast, near the University rotunda and a statue of Jefferson had wax-candle leavings from a post-turmoil vigil staged there.
- The university’s president offered incoming students and their family members a speech, welcoming with equal fervor those of every identifying group.
“As classes begin at colleges and universities across the country, some parents are questioning if their children will be safe on campus in the wake of last weekend’s violent white nationalist protest here.”
Read more: http://www.startribune.com/after-charlottesville-students-worry-about-safety-on-campus/441079413/