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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 1d

The CSU administration withdrew their contentious changes to the Free Speech and Peaceful Assembly policy! AAUP-CSU thanks all CSU and Fort Collins Community members who joined our efforts protect our rights. The fights not over, but for today, let's celebrate a 'W'!

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CSU Withdraws Changes to Freedom of Speech and Peaceful Assembly Policy!

AAUP-CSU is pleased to announce that following discussions with President Parsons at Faculty Council on October 7, 2025, CSU administration has withdrawn their recent changes to the Freedom of Spee…

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Brian Munsky @brian-munsky.bsky.social · 1d

Join in these three actions to protect academic freedom in Colorado.

1) Attend the CSU board of governors meeting (10/9)
2) Join #AAUP sign-making party (10/16)
3) Visit AAUP table at the #NoKings Fort Collins rally (10/18).

Details below.

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AAUP-CSU Needs your Help Now!

Dear AAUP Members and Supporters and all CSU and Fort Collins Community Members, AAUP-CSU invites you and your colleagues, friends, and family of all ages to three fun, yet important…

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 2d

Need a hot new sign for the Oct. 18 #NoKings rally? Do you support science, arts, education and free speech? The AAUP-CSU sign-making party has what you need Music, Dancing, Art Supplies on Thursday 10/16 (4:30-6:30) at LSC, Room 386.

AAUP-CSU Sign-Making Party - Oct 16. aaupcsu.org/2025/10/06/s...

AAUP-CSU Sign-Making Party – Oct 16.

Come make signs with American Association of University Professors, the STEM Interdisciplinary Rams Alliance, and the Young Democratic Socialists of America to Support Sciences, Research, and the A…

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Nancy Kanwisher @nancykanwisher.bsky.social · 3d

I am proud of MIT, where our branch of AAUP has voted unanimously to endorse this statement urging MIT leadership and the MIT Corporation to reject the Compact wholesale
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Letter Regarding Compact

MIT Chapter of the American Association of University Professors October 6, 2025 Statement on the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education” MIT has been invited by the federal governmen...

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Dan Greene @dmgreene.bsky.social · 6d

Dwayne has his job back because we organized for it. We fight or we die. Join AAUP today www.aaup.org/join

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Texas Conference of the AAUP @texasaaup.bsky.social · 3d

Students at the 9️⃣universities: “If any one of our universities agrees to this compact, it risks creating a chain reaction for the #HigherEd system at-large to side with tyrants over students. We demand that our universities do not fold + do not sign.” 👏

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Our Universities Must Not Fold to Trump's Authoritarian Compact | Common Dreams

This compact goes against every democratic principle our country and our schools should uphold, and we reject the Trump administration’s attempt to cajole universities into compliance through explicit...

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 6d

This attempt at bribery, extortion, and censorship is “about every college and university in the country and higher education overall”. They're not just shutting down the government, but they are trying to control or destroy all of America's educational institutions. UNITE WITH #AAUP TO FIGHT BACK!

AAUP @aaup.org · 6d

AAUP President Todd Wolfson unpacks the dangerous consequences of the Trump administration’s compact, which aims to exert ideological control over universities and colleges. As Wolfson makes clear, this partisan incursion into higher education affects ALL sectors.

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Karrin Vasby Anderson @kvanderson.bsky.social · 7d

Start working with your campus chapter of the @aaup.org to raise awareness of this "compact" and ensure your admin doesn't comply. If your campus doesn't have an AAUP chapter, start one to oppose this.

Joey Fishkin @fishkin.bsky.social · 7d

The "compact" is a threat, with the administration explicitly stating that it plans to disfavor universities that don't sign in areas from foreign student visas, student loans, federal contracts as well as grants, and even tax [501(c)(3)] status.

It's a maximalist plan of 1st Amendment violation.

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AAUP chapter @UT Austin @utaustinaaup.bsky.social · 7d

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"If you're in a state where there's been firing of faculty for what they said without any due process, for example, which we just saw happen, this policy only throws gasoline on the fire”—David DeMatthews, a UT professor of education policy and leadership

New Trump plan offers UT funding benefits with conditions on academics

The Trump administration named the University of Texas as one of nine schools that can access funding benefits in exchange for demands outlined in a compact.

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Todd Wolfson @proftwolf.bsky.social · 7d

As president of @aaup.org I stand with Governor Newsom. Every single democratic governor should follow suit

Governor Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov · 7d

IF ANY CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY SIGNS THIS RADICAL AGREEMENT, THEY'LL LOSE BILLIONS IN STATE FUNDING — INCLUDING CAL GRANTS — INSTANTLY.

CALIFORNIA WILL NOT BANKROLL SCHOOLS THAT SELL OUT THEIR STUDENTS, PROFESSORS, RESEARCHERS, AND SURRENDER ACADEMIC FREEDOM.

New York Times: "Trump Administration Asks Colleges to Sign ‘Compact’ to Get Funding Preference."

The White House asked nine top universities to pledge support for President Trump’s agenda to help ensure access to research funding.

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 6d

Please take a moment to watch this short AAUP discussion about the loyalty oaths that the Trump Administration is trying to force on academic institutions. This is a direct assault on the principles of academic freedom and shared governance. Join AAUP and fight back now! When we fight we win.

Victor Pickard @victorpickard.bsky.social · 7d

This conversation was very good and well worth watching:
www.youtube.com/live/RB1FLkR... @aaup-penn.bsky.social @aaup.org @chenjerai.bsky.social @proftwolf.bsky.social

Breaking Down Trump's New Higher Ed Loyalty Oath Compacts and Why We Must Resist

YouTube video by TheAAUP

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Karrin Vasby Anderson @kvanderson.bsky.social · 7d

Also, if you're a Coloradoan--any Coloradoan--support @aaupcsu.bsky.social --> aaupcsu.org/join-and-sup...

Join and Support

Sign up for the AAUP-CSU Mailing List and Newsletter Why should you support and join AAUP-CSU. Join the AAUP. Pay AAUP-CSU Local Dues Join AAUP-CSU as a supporting member. Make a one time donation.…

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Brian Munsky @brian-munsky.bsky.social · 8d

Want to learn more about what AAUP-CSU is doing this month to support faculty, students, staff, and community members in Northern Colorado? Then check out the October newsletter at aaupcsu.org/aaup-csu-new...

AAUP-CSU Newsletter, October 2025

Greetings AAUP@CSU Members and Supporters, The semester is off to a busy start! Here’s the latest from AAUP@CSU. [Take Action] [Stay Informed] [Get Support] [Join AAUP-CSU] Take Action Stay I…

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Phil Rocco @philiprocco.bsky.social · 9d

Goes without saying that it’s a very good day to join @aaup.org. In light of the amazing work our organization does at defending bedrock democratic values and institutions that are under attack, the monthly dues pay for themselves many times over.

Veena Dubal @veenadubal.bsky.social · 9d

WE WON: "This case -– perhaps the most important ever to fall w/in..this district court squarely presents the issue whether non-citizens lawfully present here in US..have the same free speech rights as the rest of us. The Court answers this Constitutional question unequivocally “yes, they do.”"

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Arghavan Salles, MD, PhD @arghavansallesmd.medsky.social · 9d

I joined AAUP because I saw they were one of the few organizations taking a stand. They also organized the lobbying trip I took to DC a couple of weeks ago. If you’re an academic, supporting them is good use of our money.

AAUP @aaup.org · 9d

BREAKING: WE WON!!!
💥 💥 💥

Federal Judge William G. Young ruled today in our lawsuit against the Trump administration that the policy of arresting, detaining, & deporting noncitizen students & faculty members for their pro-Palestinian advocacy violates the 1st Amendment.

Full ruling here:

Findings of Fact & Conclusions of Law – #261 in American Association of University Professors v. Rubio (D. Mass., 1:25-cv-10685) – CourtListener.com

Judge William G. Young: ORDER entered. FINDINGS OF FACT AND RULINGS OF LAW, PURSUANT TO FED. R. CIV. P. 52(A)(Sonnenberg, Elizabeth) (Additional attachment(s) added on 9/30/2025: # 1 Main Document) (J...

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Brian Munsky @brian-munsky.bsky.social · 8d

The Colorado State University chapter of the American Association of University Professors will have a general meeting today (Oct 1) at 4:30 at Avo's. Join us in the the fight for academic, freedom and Free speech. Non-members are welcome!
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American Association of University Professors @ Colorado State University

Protecting Academic Freedom and Higher Education in Colorado

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 8d

Again and again over the past six months, the AAUP has shown that the key to fighting back against injustice and executive overreach is ... fighting back!
There has never been a better time to join AAUP and help protect free speech at all US Universities. When we unite and fight, we win.

AAUP @aaup.org · 9d

BREAKING: WE WON!!!
💥 💥 💥

Federal Judge William G. Young ruled today in our lawsuit against the Trump administration that the policy of arresting, detaining, & deporting noncitizen students & faculty members for their pro-Palestinian advocacy violates the 1st Amendment.

Full ruling here:

Findings of Fact & Conclusions of Law – #261 in American Association of University Professors v. Rubio (D. Mass., 1:25-cv-10685) – CourtListener.com

Judge William G. Young: ORDER entered. FINDINGS OF FACT AND RULINGS OF LAW, PURSUANT TO FED. R. CIV. P. 52(A)(Sonnenberg, Elizabeth) (Additional attachment(s) added on 9/30/2025: # 1 Main Document) (J...

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Karrin Vasby Anderson @kvanderson.bsky.social · 9d

The @aaupcsu.bsky.social newsletter is out! aaupcsu.org/aaup-csu-new... sign up to receive the newsletter and get invited to our monthly meetings with no dues required! Join us tomorrow (Oct 1) at Avogadro's Number, 4:30-5:30. Because you don't have to be a professor to care about higher ed!

AAUP-CSU Newsletter, October 2025

Greetings AAUP@CSU Members and Supporters, The semester is off to a busy start! Here’s the latest from AAUP@CSU. [Take Action] [Stay Informed] [Get Support] [Join AAUP-CSU] Take Action Stay I…

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 10d

(5/5) Want to get involved in the fight to protect Education, Science, Research, and the Arts in northern Colorado? Come to the next AAUP-CSU General Meeting at Avogadro’s at 4:30pm on Wed, Oct 1. Bring your colleagues, family, and friends.

See: Membership Drive aaupcsu.org/2025/09/28/m...

Membership Drive

The AAUP@CSU is mobilizing to respond to threats aimed at higher education and changes faculty are experiencing on campus. We want to grow our numbers and we need your help! Invite your colleagues …

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 10d

(4/5) On October 9, we'll bring a sack of these postcards Board of Governors meeting. Help us to show the CSU administration that our community is united to protect our university and our constitutional rights.

See: Offer Public Comment at the Board of Governors Meeting aaupcsu.org/2025/09/28/o...

Offer Public Comment at the Board of Governors Meeting

On Thursday, October 9, 2025, The CSU Board of Governors is meeting in the Longs Peak room on the CSU campus. The meeting will begin at 9:00 a.m. with a public comment period in which faculty, stud…

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 10d

(3/5) We ask CSU and local community members to complete postcards asking the CSU Chancellor and Board of Governors to stand up and protect Free Speech, Academic Freedom, and Student Services.

See: Postcard Campaign for Free Speech, Academic Freedom, and Student Centers aaupcsu.org/2025/09/28/p...

Postcard Campaign for Free Speech, Academic Freedom, and Student Centers

In September, we launched a Postcard Campaign for Free Speech, Academic Freedom, and Student Centers. AAUP@CSU is teaming up with ASCSU to help our community let the administrators of the CSU syste…

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 10d

(2/5) The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (@thefireorg.bsky.social) agreed that these changes pose a threat to First Amendment rights for CSU employees.

See: FIRE has substantial concerns about CSU's new "Free Speech and Peaceful Assembly" policy. aaupcsu.org/2025/09/29/t...

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) has substantial concerns about CSU’s new “Free Speech and Peaceful Assembly” policy.

In response to recent changes to CSU’s “Free Speech and Peaceful Assembly” policy (see “Revised Free Speech Policy Alarms Faculty and Students”), the Foundation for In…

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 10d

(1/5) Recently, Colorado State fast-tracked major changes to their “Free Speech and Peaceful Assembly” policy. AAUP-CSU members were appalled by these vague changes and the process by which they were made.

See: Revised Free Speech Policy Alarms Faculty and Students aaupcsu.org/2025/09/18/f...

Revised Free Speech Policy Alarms Faculty and Students

by the AAUP@CSU Executive Committee The revised free speech policy announced by the CSU administration at the September 2, 2025 Faculty Council meeting threatens the right to free speech and peacef…

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 11d

Act Now to Save Funding for Science, Research, and the Arts aaupcsu.org/2025/09/28/a...

Please contact your representatives in congress and ask them to commit to maintaining funding for the sciences and arts.

Act Now to Save Funding for Science Research and the Arts

President Trump’s attacks on funding for the arts and the humanities, as well as support for scientific and medical research, might well reach the level of an existential threat if his 2026 budget …

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AAUP-CSU @aaupcsu.bsky.social · 14d

AAUP-CSU Launches Postcard Campaign to Support Academic Freedoms. aaupcsu.org/2025/09/25/a...

Come to LSC Plaza 11am-3pm on Friday (9/26) & fill out a postcard to ask CSU admin to support research integrity, curricular independence, student support services, academic freedom, and freedom of speech.

AAUP-CSU Launches Postcard Campaign to Support Academic Freedoms.

AAUP-CSU launched a postcard collection campaign on Thursday, September 25, 2025 to ask CSU Chancellor Tony Frank and CSU Board of Governors to make strong commitments to support Free Speech, Acade…

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