Faculty Responds to Censorship at Weisman Museum
November 9, 2025 - 05:37
In early October, senior administrators at Pepperdine University made the controversial decision to censor artwork displayed at the Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art. This prompted faculty members from Seaver College's Humanities and Teacher Education Division to take action. They came together to draft and endorse an official statement addressing the situation.
The faculty's statement expressed solidarity with the Fine Arts Division, which had previously voiced concerns regarding the censorship. In their message, the Humanities and Teacher Education Division emphasized the importance of academic freedom and the role of art in fostering open dialogue and critical thinking within the academic community.
By advocating for the protection of artistic expression, the faculty aims to ensure that the university remains a space where diverse perspectives can be shared and explored. This incident has sparked a broader conversation about the balance between institutional values and the freedom of expression in educational settings.
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