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The latest happenings
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Banned Book Week
Chicago-area bookstores, libraries, schools and colleges are marking the importance of Banned Books Week from October 5-11 with displays, events, and other activities.
Every Library will also be hosting numerous virtual events this week. Read more to see a list of events. Visit chicagobannedbooks.org for more information. -
Letter To The Northwestern Administration – Update
The Committee for Academic Freedom and Tenure is writing to Northwestern University over concerns about academic freedom and due process.
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Building Campus Solidarity
Building Campus Solidarity Across Job Categories. Join us July 30 on Zoom to hear speakers discuss lessons from recent strikes and adjunct struggles