Beatrice will focus on point 7: The deep-dive advance coverage of Rand Paul’s visit to Bucknell. She will research the controversial issues related to his visit (foreign policy, COVID, the criminal-justice system, Edward Snowden) that might create issues involving free speech.
Alexis will focus on point 2: The Bucknell Forum and “commitment to freedom” webpage.
Liana will focus on point 3: Bucknell media coverage and free expression and how the university self-censors or regulates news and discussions. She will interview prominent individuals from Bucknell’s communication department as well as conduct a follow-up email with Kelsey Werkheiser, editor-in-chief of the Bucknellian. She will research the history of the Bucknellian as well as its status as independent from the University as well as investigate the free speech and expression policies on campus. Additionally, she will look at how the University may or may not regulate speech and expression that influences its image.
Anna will focus on point 1: AAUP and Chicago Principles, a deeper dive into debate over the nature of academic freedom among Bucknell academics and alumni.
Younis will focus on point 5: Palestine-Israel issues (chaplains etc.)—deeper dive and updates, and personalization through interviews. Discussion with Palestinian and Jewish people on campus, as well as national context for campus discussions and disagreements.