Tag: Columbia University

Robert Kraft, the owner of the New England Patriots, has decided to donate $1 million to Yeshiva University to support transfer students in response to his withdrawal of support from Columbia University over concerns of antisemitism during pro-Palestinian protests.
Columbia University has suspended three administrators for sending disparaging text messages during a panel about Jewish campus life.
Prosecutors are seeking to drop hate crimes charges against Maxwell Friedman, also known as Malaika, who allegedly assaulted an Israeli student on Columbia University's campus during a dispute over Israeli hostage posters.
A satirical piece discusses a new exam at U.S. universities aimed at promoting anti-Israel activism and potentially targeting pro-Israel or Jewish students.
Columbia University has settled a lawsuit with a Jewish student over the impact of pro-Palestinian encampments on campus, promising enhanced security measures including walking escorts, safe entrances, and exam accommodations.
Pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University dismantled their encampment after 48 hours but vowed to continue targeting the university until it agrees to divest from Israeli companies, boycott Israeli universities, and sever ties with the New York City Police Department.
Pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University have erected a new encampment, Revolt for Rafah, to coincide with alumni reunions, displaying banners demanding divestment from Israeli companies and an end to the war in Gaza.
A woman named Cecile, now known as Sara, discovered her connection to Judaism while facing anti-Semitism during her time at Columbia University.
The video explores Sara's journey of discovering her Judaism at Columbia University amidst a challenging environment including violent threats, gaslighting, exclusion, and betrayal after October 7th.
In the midst of challenges facing American Jewish students on university campuses, a group of 500 Jewish students at Columbia University penned a letter asserting their Jewish identity, rejecting attacks on Zionism, and openly confronting antisemitism present in academic settings.
The article discusses the role of university presidents amidst campus turbulence, referencing a story from Haverford College in 1986 and the recent challenges on campuses across the country.
Jewish college students share reflections on facing anti-Semitism on campuses across the U.S. triggered by the Hamas attacks of Oct. 7.
The text features first-hand accounts from three Jewish students, Noa Fay, Meirav Solomon, and Zack Singerman, who experienced campus protests related to Israel and Palestine at Columbia University, Tufts University, and The Jewish Theological Seminary.
A deputy mayor of NYC accused the Washington Post of antisemitism for a story about wealthy Jews organizing to advocate for Israel and urging the mayor to address anti-Israel protests at Columbia University.
A New York City deputy mayor has accused the Washington Post of antisemitism for their article detailing Jewish business leaders organizing a pro-Israel campaign, pressuring the mayor to act against anti-Israel protests at Columbia University.
Nicholas Freudenberg reflects on his activism at Columbia University in 1968 and offers advice to current student activists.
The text discusses the growing tensions for Jewish students on college campuses, particularly in the context of pro-Palestinian protests and the response from Jewish studies professors who often lean left.
Milene Klein, a Jewish Columbia student and former chief of the opinion desk at the Columbia Spectator, grappled with her anti-Zionist views while navigating the tumult of pro-Palestinian protests on campus.
The author expresses her concerns about participating in Mother's Day celebrations in New York City due to the anti-Israel and antisemitic sentiments she has observed on the Columbia campus, where her apartment is located.
Students affiliated with Columbias Hillel responded to a protest movement on their campus, addressing slogans bordering on antisemitism and calling for respect for religious identity.
Over 400 Jewish students at Columbia University have signed an open letter defending their support for Israel and expressing concerns about harassment they faced during pro-Palestinian protests on campus.
Jewish students at Columbia University penned a message, emphasizing their pride in their Jewish identity and their support for Zionism as part of their heritage and connection to Israel.
Amidst recent protests at Columbia University and rising antisemitism, the importance of Jewish identity and pride is highlighted.
Rapper Macklemore released a new track titled "Hinds Hall," supporting pro-Palestinian college protests and criticizing Israel, accusing it of apartheid and genocide in Gaza.
The Robert Kraft Foundation to Combat Antisemitism will air a 30-second ad during NBA playoff games condemning antisemitism at recent campus protests, displaying images of hate alongside peaceful protest visuals.