Modern Orthodoxy and Free Thought

Modern Orthodox Judaism constantly claims that it encourages questioning and free inquiry, confident that it can confront and surmount any intellectual challenges. This sounds great, but it is simply not true. A recent article in Stern College's Observer inadvertently touches on this issue. Check out the following quotes:

"....Posnick also recalled Mrs. Sapirstein labeling certain courses taught by individual teachers as 'apikorsus (blasphemy).'"

"....we were told to stay away from science classes that teach evolution because it’s problematic."

These quotes are by seminary students in reference to classes taught at Stern College for Women, an Orthodox institution!

Briefly, Modern Orthodox Judaism encourages questioning and free inquiry, but only within the pre-limited halachic framework.