Bias-free academia a nice idea, but mostly just that

10-08-2026 12:00 via theage.com.au

Bias-free academia a nice idea, but mostly just that

Readers argue the decision by Melbourne University to refuse a $35 million scholarship program from the Liberal-linked Ramsay Centre for Western Civilisation was necessary to ensure academic liberty.

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