University of Chicago Receives Historic $100 Million Donation for Free Expression

The anonymous gift will expand the Chicago Forum for Free Inquiry and Expression, enhancing programs and global outreach.

The $100 million donation is the largest ever to support free expression in higher education.
Funds will support the Chicago Forum's initiatives, including fellowships, research, and orientation programs.
The donation comes amid national debates on free speech and campus safety, highlighted by recent protests over the Israel-Hamas war.
Critics highlight perceived hypocrisy, citing the university's handling of pro-Palestinian protests earlier this year.
Upcoming Forum events will address controversial topics, including a pathway to peace in the Middle East.