ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ Ranked #5 in 2026 College Free Speech Rankings
The University of Colorado Boulder has been recognized as a national leader in free expression, earning the by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE). Among 257 colleges surveyed and more than 68,000 student responses considered, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ stood out for its strong policies, institutional neutrality.
At the Bruce D. Benson Center for the Study of Western Civilization, we are proud to play a vital role in this recognition. Our mission is to foster intellectual and ideological diversity on campus and beyond.
These goals align directly with . From sponsoring lectures, seminars, and courses that encourage free and open inquiry. Bringing visiting scholars and speakers from a wide range of viewpoints to campus that expand dialogue so that students, faculty, and community members can engage with challenging ideas in a spirit of respectful debate.
While ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ ranking reflects the strength of its policies, FIRE’s report also shows that more work remains to ensure that every student feels empowered to express their ideas. The Benson Center is committed to leading in this area by cultivating civic dialogue, supporting faculty and student research, and hosting public programs where diverse voices can be heard.
This top-five national ranking is both an honor and a challenge. The Benson Center is proud to contribute to this achievement and looks forward to continuing to build a campus where intellectual and ideological diversity thrives.