Cornell University Takes Action Against Antisemitic Threats, Ensuring Student Safety
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Cornell University has canceled classes and excused faculty and staff from work due to the "extraordinary stress" caused by a series of antisemitic threats posted on an online discussion board. The threats targeted the Cornell University Jewish center and the kosher dining hall on campus. A person of interest has been arrested in connection with the threats. The university has increased police presence and the FBI is investigating the incidents as potential hate crimes. The threats come amid a surge in antisemitic incidents following the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas.
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