"USC Cancels Valedictorian's Speech Over Safety Concerns"
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The University of Southern California has barred a pro-Palestinian valedictorian, Asna Tabassum, from speaking at its graduation ceremony due to security concerns following threats related to her views. USC officials cited the unprecedented move as necessary for maintaining campus safety, despite criticism from pro-Palestinian groups and the student herself. The decision has sparked controversy and calls for Tabassum to be reinvited to speak at the ceremony.
- Citing safety, USC bans pro-Palestinian valedictorian from speaking at graduation Los Angeles Times
- USC cancels valedictorian's speech over safety USA TODAY
- Provost announces valedictorian won't speak at graduation in May uscannenbergmedia.com
- USC Class of 2024 valedictorian’s speech canceled due to safety issues after Pro-Palestinian activity on her social media KTLA Los Angeles
- CAIR-LA Demands USC Reverse 'Cowardly Decision' to Cancel Muslim Valedictorian's Speech in Response to Anti-Palestinian Hate - Council on American-Islamic Relations
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