Columbia University: Addressing Controversies and Solidarity Movements
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Columbia University President Nemat Shafik is facing criticism for her handling of student protests against the war in Gaza, with the school calling in local law enforcement to quell an unauthorized demonstration. The crackdown, which resulted in the arrest of at least 108 protesters, has sparked mixed reactions from students, faculty, and free speech advocates. Shafik, an economist with a global perspective, became the first woman to lead Columbia University in July 2023.
- What We Know About Columbia’s President, Nemat Shafik The New York Times
- Jewish students at Columbia feel discomfort The Jerusalem Post
- Students at more universities announce solidarity rallies after 108 pro-Palestinian activists are arrested at Columbia CNN
- Columbia senior wrecks 'sickening' 'anti-Jewish, anti-American beliefs' Fox News
- Is Columbia in crisis? CU Columbia Spectator
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