UI Center for Intellectual Freedom’s first event sees mixed reviews

By: Brooklyn Draisey

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: February 26, 2026

Words: 1,079

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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Perspectives on the first event held by the Center for Intellectual Freedom at the University of Iowa differed between a regent, faculty member and student, each shared during Wednesday’s meeting of the Iowa Board of Regents.

Regent Christine Hensley, chair of the center’s advisory board, gave an update to the board of regents on the center’s progress, including the process of creating new policies for the center and the search for a permanent director.

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