Counterpoint: Colleges Can Have Both Freedom of Expression, Compassion

Macalester College President Suzanne M. Rivera writes: The poet Sarah Kay says, "Sometimes the question is 'or' but the answer is 'and.' "  I've been thinking about this a lot recently while reading numerous essays on whetherincreasing diversity on college campuses is hindering freedom of inquiry and expression.The writers frequently position inclusion efforts on college campuses as a "challenge"that must be managed or overcome. I disagree, and a recent incident on our campusillustrates why.

President Rivera's complete commentary article.