Kevin Wang, an adjunct instructor at New College of Florida, was fired after he inquired about unpaid wages. His termination was attributed to a Florida law that limits public colleges' engagement with individuals from 'countries of concern,' including China. Wang, previously a tenured professor in China until he criticized the government, is seeking asylum and had permission to work in the U.S. This case raises critical issues regarding academic freedom, particularly in light of recent legislative actions that target relationships with foreign educators.
Kevin Wang's firing is a concerning example of how Florida's regulations on foreign educators may threaten academic freedom, particularly for those critical of their home governments.
The New College of Florida's decision to terminate Wang's position highlights the implications of recent legislation that restricts ties with educators from countries considered a threat.
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