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In reply to the discussion: KU professor who used n-word in class discussion is placed on leave [View all]AngryAmish
(25,704 posts)11. You act as if there is such a thing as free expression in academia
There is not. There is an academic culture. It is a set of beliefs. These are strictly enforced social norms. If you do not subscribe to these beliefs then it is wise to hold those opinions to yourself. If not, at a minimum ostracized but usually expelled from the group.
It is like being a Marine and being a pacifist.
Every culture has their taboos. There are some words people of pallor cannot use. Topics to be avoided.
This is not a poor white person post. These are the norms. Either you beleive or you don't.
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Whaaaat? Sounds like she should not be teaching since she doesn't understand reality.
Rex
Nov 2015
#1
That's a mistake IMO. Twain does a brilliant job of showing uneducated Huck
struggle4progress
Nov 2015
#47
LOL...okay this is just silly...would YOU say something as culturally insensitive as
Rex
Nov 2015
#31
It appears diversity as it relates to classroom practices was on the syllabus and relevant
aikoaiko
Nov 2015
#14
well, the tenure-track placement rate for comms PhDs is 5%-ish, so their self-righteous glee will be short-lived n/t
zazen
Nov 2015
#53
Given how much there is in the news these days about minorities on college campuses
mythology
Nov 2015
#17
Sorry, but I do not agree that only trans people can talk about LGBQ people. Trans are not cis but
Bluenorthwest
Nov 2015
#51
Some of these students are feeling empowered for the first times in their lives.
Buzz Clik
Nov 2015
#30
The controversy was over more than simply using the n-word in a discussion.
LiberalAndProud
Nov 2015
#40