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"Penn's Growing Tensions: Insights from January 22 Upheaval and Academic Freedom Protest"
education2 years ago

"Penn's Growing Tensions: Insights from January 22 Upheaval and Academic Freedom Protest"

Professors at the University of Pennsylvania organized a rally targeting billionaire Marc Rowan, who played a role in the resignation of the university's president, M. Elizabeth Magill. Many professors interpreted a document sent by Rowan to university trustees as a blueprint for a more conservative campus, leading to concerns about academic freedom. The protest indicates that tensions on campus are likely to persist despite Magill's resignation.

"University Presidents Face Resignation Demands Over Antisemitism Responses and Testimony"
education2 years ago

"University Presidents Face Resignation Demands Over Antisemitism Responses and Testimony"

University of Pennsylvania President M. Elizabeth Magill has resigned following criticism for her handling of antisemitism on campus. Magill faced backlash after allowing a Palestinian writers conference on campus and evading questions about disciplining students who called for the genocide of Jews during a congressional hearing. Jewish students, alumni, and donors had accused her of not taking their concerns seriously. Magill is the first president of a major university to step down due to protests related to the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas.