Luis Flores – Learn Speak Act

Crisis Democracy: Moral Struggle in American Politics

President Mark Schlissel and the UM Board of Regents are moving forward with neo-Nazi provocateur Richard Spencer’s request for campus space to host a speaking event. In a communication to the student body that emphasized his opposition to Spencer’s “vile” white supremacy, Schlissel nonetheless justified his decision in terms of a defense of democratic institutions.…

Speech and Inclusion

Recognizing Conflict and Building Tools for Engagement

This semester-long series invites students, faculty and staff to openly discuss, listen, and engage with differing views on free speech and to advocate for voices that have historically been silenced — important issues that continue to challenge both our campus and the nation.

Sponsored by several U-M units and part of overall Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts on campus, this series of events explores how views about speech and inclusion play out in politics, culture, higher education, sports and journalism, and how to engage in productive conversations that can promote a positive campus environment and help the community more deeply understand these complicated issues.

For details of all upcoming events, visit the Speech & Inclusion Series website.