Indiana University Bloomington (IUB) – Association of University Professors (AAUP)

IUB-AAUP Town Hall
Friday, October 3 | 3-5pm | School of Education Auditorium (BLED 1120)

Join us for an opportunity to discuss immediate threats to departments and programs, loss of tenure and productivity reviews, the erasure of DEI, and more. We will feature a few exciting speakers, followed by an opportunity for all members of our community to share their concerns and suggest actions that we can take.

Invited Speakers

1. Legal impact and implications of HEA 1001
2. Effects of MRE on Undergraduate Students
3. Effects of HEA 1001 on small programs , organizing as means to regain faculty voice in the process
4. 5 year review and its effects on academic freedom, faculty job security
5. IU termination without due process
6. How to organize / get involved without burnout, fear, etc.

These presentations will provide important insights into the challenges currently facing our university and the broader landscape of higher education in Indiana. From legislative threats to program elimination, to the chilling effects of new review policies and the loss of tenure protections, faculty, staff, and students alike are being asked to bear the costs of policies that undermine the mission of the university.

The Town Hall is also designed to be a space for open dialogue and collective problem-solving. After hearing from our invited speakers, all participants will have the opportunity to voice their concerns, share experiences from their departments and programs, and propose strategies for collective action. We want this meeting to not only inform, but also energize and empower our community to stand together in defense of academic freedom, job security, and meaningful shared governance.

This event is open to all faculty, staff, and students. Whether you have been directly affected by recent changes, or simply want to learn more and support your colleagues, your voice matters and your presence is vital.

Please mark your calendars and encourage your colleagues and students to attend. Together, we can push back against these threats and work to ensure that Indiana University remains a place where teaching, research, and free expression can thrive.