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The White House is declaring war on campus DEI — except for Jews

Joel Swanson in Forward · 3 Sep

Amidst a federal anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) campaign led by the Trump administration, Columbia University faces a unique stipulation—while DEI activities are broadly condemned, Jewish students will receive special considerations, including a liaison dedicated to antisemitism issues.

0 Education Politics

The Wreckage of K-12 Education

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 29 May

Robert Pondiscio discusses the impact of progressive educational strategies on K-12 schooling, with a focus on how 'wokeness' has affected charter schools like KIPP.

0 Antisemitism Education

What Jewish students actually want

eJewishPhilanthropy · 16 May

Jewish students on college campuses face persistent antisemitism that extends beyond high-profile incidents, indicating a deeper cultural problem that requires attention.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Deportations, lawsuits, increased scrutiny: How the Trump administration could handle campus antisemitism

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 27 Nov 2024

Andrew Lapin's piece explores the ongoing challenges and political dynamics surrounding U.S. campus antisemitism, particularly under Title VI civil rights investigations.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Columbia paid $395,000 in settlement after suspending Jewish student for using ‘fart spray’

Luke Tress in JTA · 1 Nov 2024

Columbia University settled a lawsuit with a Jewish student for $395,000 after suspending them for using a novelty fart spray at an anti-Israel protest.

0 Communities Politics

Kushner Foundation Gives $342K to Chabad — Still Surprised About Jared and Ivanka’s Synagogue?

Forward · 10 Jan 2017

The Kushner family, including Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, has substantial financial ties to the Chabad movement, with donations from both the Kushner family foundation and Donald J. Trump's charity.