As a college professor, I have the chance to visit numerous college campuses nationwide and meet thousands of undergraduates every year, and I’ve noticed there has been a considerable change among undergraduates since the November election. 

In the wake of President Donald Trump’s victory, there is less patience for cancel culture on campuses. Whereas students were afraid to speak up and share opinions on contentious topics for years out of fear of social, academic, or reputation consequences, those sentiments appear to be changing, and many students are now demanding more intellectually open campuses by challenging those attempting to silence dissent.