Columbia University students occupied the campus’s great lawn Wednesday after the college president spoke about the institution’s response to antisemitism at
Columbia University students are continuing to occupy the campus’s great lawn Wednesday after the college president spoke about the institution’s response to alleged antisemitism.Hundreds of students and their allies rushed into the school grounds during the early hours of April 17. Setting up tents, banners, and even bringing solar-powered generators for power.
Hundreds of students and their allies rushed into the school grounds during the early hours of April 17. Setting up tents, banners, and even bringing solar-powered generators for power.Hundreds of students and their allies rushed into the school grounds during the early hours of April 17. Setting up tents, banners, and even bringing solar-powered generators for power.Students who are participating in the demonstration say they have been threatened with suspension and expulsion.
During the hearing, Dr. Shafik stated that the school’s administration will be reevaluating their policies regarding antisemitism and the punishment to follow those accused of racist behavior while ensuring that First Amendment freedom of speech is not infringed upon.Dean Moses is the Breaking News Editor at amNewYork Metro and resident photographer. He covers NYPD, crime, homelessness, and anything breaking news.
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