In recent years, members of the University community have increasingly faced threats related to their work, research, teaching, or extra-mural speech. These have included threats of violence, the publicizing of home addresses, and, more recently, appearing at individuals’ homes in attempts to intimidate. Targeting individuals with threats or intimidation is unacceptable and undermines academic freedom.
SACUA urges all members of the University community to commit to civil dialogue for meaningful exchange and understanding. Academia should be a place for open debate, inquiry, and the resolution of differences through discussion rather than intimidation.
Adopted by SACUA on January 12, 2026
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