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politics12 days ago•6 min saved

Judge tosses DOJ’s Harvard antisemitism suit as too isolated to prove bias

A Massachusetts federal judge (Richard G. Stearns) dismissed the Justice Department’s lawsuit accusing Harvard of failing to protect Jewish and Israeli students from harassment, saying the cited 2023–24 incidents and three March 2025 events were too isolated to establish a Title VI violation and that the DOJ hadn’t shown ongoing noncompliance since a June 2025 compliance notice. The DOJ said it is considering next steps, Harvard did not comment, and advocacy groups noted that antisemitism remains an issue on campus amid the broader political pressure campaign against the university.

via The Washington Post|

#antisemitism #campus-protests #doj

education3 months ago•24 min saved

Cornell President Faces Allegations After Parking-Lot Confrontation Post Israel Debate

Surveillance footage shows Cornell University president Michael Kotlikoff reversing his SUV as students surrounded his car after an Israel-Palestine debate; a group claims two students were injured, while Kotlikoff says he was accosted and used the vehicle’s safety features to disengage, with one student shown being hit in the clip. The incident underscores ongoing campus speech tensions amid broader debates about funding and governance at the Ivy League school.

via New York Post|

#campus-protests #cornell-university #education

politics6 months ago•4 min saved

DOJ Sues UC System Over Alleged Antisemitism at UCLA, Claims Complaints Went Unreported

The Department of Justice filed an 81-page federal lawsuit against the University of California, alleging UCLA administrators routinely ignored antisemitism complaints from Jewish employees since the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack and the Gaza war spurred campus protests, marking a sharp escalation in civil rights actions against UC after prior demands for about $1.2 billion in settlements.

via Los Angeles Times|

#antisemitism #campus-protests #department-of-justice

education7 months ago•5 min saved

Columbia Names Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Mnookin as Next President

Columbia University has selected Jennifer Mnookin, the chancellor of the University of Wisconsin–Madison since 2022, as its next president, aiming to bring growth and stability after a tumultuous period marked by campus protests and leadership upheavals.

via The New York Times|

#campus-protests #columbia-university #education

education1 year ago•3 min saved

UCLA Settles $6 Million Lawsuit Over Antisemitic Discrimination Against Jewish Students

UCLA settled for $6 million with Jewish students and a professor over civil rights violations related to campus protests blocking access and creating hostility, following a lawsuit and a judge's ruling that the university failed to protect Jewish students during demonstrations against Israel's war in Gaza.

via NPR|

#campus-protests #civil-rights #education

education1 year ago•2 min saved

Columbia University disciplines students over protests and library takeover

Columbia University disciplined students involved in protests, including suspensions and expulsions, following demonstrations over its ties to Israel and other issues, amid heightened tensions and recent federal funding cuts.

via NBC News|

#campus-protests #columbia-university #education

education1 year ago•3 min saved

Columbia adopts new antisemitism definition amid federal grant concerns

Columbia University has adopted the controversial IHRA definition of antisemitism to secure the restoration of $400 million in federal grants, amid criticism that the definition conflates anti-Zionism with antisemitism and may restrict academic freedom, following similar moves by Harvard and under pressure from government and pro-Israel groups.

via The Guardian|

#antisemitism #campus-protests #columbia-university

education1 year ago•5 min saved

UC Berkeley Chancellor to Testify on Campus Antisemitism Before Congress

Leaders from Georgetown, CUNY, and UC Berkeley will testify before Congress regarding campus antisemitism, amid ongoing political scrutiny and debates over free speech and safety measures on campuses, following pro-Palestinian protests and allegations of bias.

via The New York Times|

#antisemitism #campus-protests #congress-hearing

education1 year ago•5 min saved

University of Florida Rejects Santa Ono Amid Controversy

Santa Ono's appointment as University of Florida president was rejected amid controversy over his past support for diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and his handling of campus protests and antisemitism issues at Michigan, leading to widespread mockery and criticism from both sides of the political spectrum.

via MLive.com|

#campus-protests #dei-policies #education

education1 year ago•3 min saved

University of Florida Names Dr. Santa Ono as 14th President Amidst Reforms

Dr. Santa Ono has been unanimously approved by the UF Board of Trustees as the university's 14th president, pending Florida Board of Governors confirmation. Ono, formerly president of the University of Michigan, emphasized his stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and addressed campus issues such as antisemitism and protests. His appointment follows the resignation of former president Ben Sasse, and he brings extensive academic leadership experience from multiple universities.

via Gainesville Sun|

#campus-protests #diversity-and-inclusion #dr-santa-ono

education2 years ago•3 min saved

Columbia Deans Suspended for Disparaging Texts During Antisemitism Panel

Three Columbia University deans have been placed on leave after sending disparaging text messages during a panel on antisemitism, mocking speakers and using emojis like vomiting faces. The messages, captured by an alumnus, were exchanged during discussions on the impact of rising antisemitism on campus. The university has committed to addressing antisemitism and ensuring a safe environment for all students.

via New York Post |

#administrative-leave #antisemitism #campus-protests

protests2 years ago•3 min saved

Stanford Arrests Pro-Palestinian Protesters Occupying President's Office

Thirteen pro-Palestinian demonstrators were arrested at Stanford University after occupying the president and provost's offices, causing extensive vandalism. The protest, which aimed to push the university to divest from Israel, led to immediate suspensions and potential graduation bans for involved students. The university cited safety concerns and policy violations for removing a student encampment. The incident is part of a broader wave of campus protests against Israel's actions in Gaza.

via The Associated Press|

#arrests #campus-protests #pro-palestinian

campus-protests2 years ago•2 min saved

Stanford Suspends and Arrests Pro-Palestinian Protesters After Office Takeover

More than a dozen pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford University were arrested and some suspended after briefly taking over the president's office, demanding the school divest from companies supporting Israel's military campaign. The protest led to injuries, vandalism, and immediate disciplinary actions against involved students.

via NBC News|

#arrests #campus-protests #campus-vandalism

campus-protests2 years ago•2 min saved

Stanford Police Arrest Pro-Palestine Protesters After Office Takeover

Pro-Palestine protesters have occupied the president's office at Stanford University, demanding the addition of a divestment bill to the Board of Trustees meeting, financial transparency, and the dropping of charges against pro-Palestinian students. The group, consisting of around 10 students inside and 50 outside, has barricaded the building and renamed it "Dr. Adnan Office." Security and law enforcement are present, and the situation is ongoing.

via The Stanford Daily|

#campus-protests #divestment #occupation

campus-protests2 years ago•7 min saved

Police Dismantle Pro-Palestinian Encampment at Wayne State University

Wayne State University police dismantled a pro-Palestinian encampment set up by student activists demanding the university divest from Israeli companies and weapons manufacturers. The removal, which led to the arrest of a dozen protesters, has sparked further demonstrations and criticism from both sides, with activists vowing to continue their efforts and university officials citing safety and legal concerns.

via Detroit News|

#campus-police #campus-protests #free-speech