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education2 years ago

French Education Minister Addresses Muslim Students' Concerns Over Nude Renaissance Painting

French teachers at a Paris-area school staged a walkout after Muslim students complained about a 17th-century nude Renaissance painting shown in class, accusing their instructor of Islamophobia. The painting, "Diana and Actaeon," depicted a Greek mythology scene of nudity. Some students claimed to be offended and shocked, while others alleged racist comments by the teacher. Concerns for safety and a lack of support from management led the teachers to walk out. France's Education Minister assured disciplinary action against the students and deployed a team to ensure adherence to the "values of the republic." This incident follows a series of deadly attacks by Islamic extremists in France, including the beheading of a teacher who showed cartoons of Prophet Mohammed.

via Fox News|
#education#french-teachers#islamophobia
society2 years ago

Fear and Hope: Stories of Palestinian Students' Resilience Amidst Violence

Four Muslim students at Winooski High School in Vermont, all refugees from Africa, shared their fears and concerns following a shooting in Burlington that injured three Palestinian Americans. The students, who wear traditional clothing including headscarves, discussed feeling shocked and unsafe after the incident, with worries about being targeted in public. Faith leaders also expressed concern for Muslim girls and women who may stand out due to their traditional clothing. The shooting is being condemned and investigated as a possible hate crime, and the incident has raised questions about the safety of Muslims in Vermont.

via VTDigger|
#fear#muslim-students#safety
education2 years ago

The Impact of Israel-Hamas Conflict on College Admissions

The ongoing Israel-Hamas war is causing Jewish and Muslim families to reconsider their college choices, adding a new set of criteria to their decision-making process. Jewish students, in particular, are concerned about declining Jewish enrollment at selective schools and tepid responses from campuses amid antisemitic threats. Muslim families are also alarmed by the ripple effects of the war on campuses, with students expressing fear that their college admissions could be impacted. The war has prompted a "reckoning" among Jewish families and institutions, while Islamophobia has increased, leading Muslim students and parents to prioritize safety when choosing colleges. The college admissions process is already complex, and the war has added an additional layer of anxiety for families from these religious and ethnic groups.

via USA TODAY|
#campus-safety#college-admissions#education
society2 years ago

Rising Anti-Jewish and Anti-Muslim Attacks on US College Campuses Linked to Middle East Conflict

American colleges have seen a surge in crimes targeting Jewish and Muslim students amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Incidents of antisemitism and Islamophobia have been reported at various universities, prompting politicians and civil rights organizations to speak out against hate and intimidation. Several high-profile incidents are under investigation, including threats made at St. John's University and Cornell University, a hit-and-run incident at Stanford University, vandalism at Millersville University, and a possible assault at the University of North Carolina. Nonprofit organizations for Jewish and Muslim students have condemned the attacks and called for action to protect students and investigate reports of targeted incidents.

via USA TODAY|
#antisemitism#college-attacks#islamophobia
social-issues2 years ago

Rising Concerns: Antisemitism and Protests on College Campuses

Muslim students in Fairfax County high schools organized walkouts in support of Palestinian civil rights and a cease-fire in the Gaza conflict. The walkouts, organized by Muslim Student Associations, took place at multiple high schools and were mostly held during free periods to minimize disruption. Students gathered outside, carrying Palestinian flags and chanting slogans. Some walkouts were co-hosted with other clubs and drew students from diverse backgrounds. While the demonstrations remained peaceful, concerns were raised about the safety and security of both Muslim and Jewish students on campus. The school district allows students to protest as long as it is done respectfully and does not disrupt learning.

via The Washington Post|
#fairfax-county-high-schools#gaza-war#muslim-students