Police dismantled a pro-Palestinian encampment at Wayne State University, arresting at least 12 people, while over 100 MIT graduates walked out of their commencement ceremony in protest against the university's ties with the Israeli Ministry of Defense. The protests are part of a broader movement on campuses across the U.S. and Europe demanding universities cut ties with Israel and companies supporting its actions in Gaza.
Police dismantled a tent encampment protesting Israel at Wayne State University, arresting 12 demonstrators. The action, supported by pro-Israel groups and criticized by pro-Palestinian activists, highlights deep divisions in Detroit over the Israel-Hamas conflict. Allegations of police misconduct, including the removal of a protester's hijab, have further fueled tensions. The university cited safety and operational concerns for the removal, while activists argue it was an attack on free speech.
Wayne State University police dismantled a pro-Palestinian encampment set up by student activists demanding the university divest from Israeli companies and weapons manufacturers. The removal, which led to the arrest of a dozen protesters, has sparked further demonstrations and criticism from both sides, with activists vowing to continue their efforts and university officials citing safety and legal concerns.
Early Thursday morning, Wayne State University police and the Detroit Police Department raided a pro-Palestinian encampment at the university, resulting in 12 arrests. The university had transitioned to remote classes earlier in the week and had repeatedly asked demonstrators to remove their tents. Protesters are now demonstrating outside the Detroit Detention Center. The university cited legal, health, and safety concerns for the raid.
Wayne State University has shifted to remote operations to manage tensions with a pro-Palestinian encampment on campus. The university's leadership offered a closed meeting with protest representatives, which was declined in favor of an open discussion. U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib joined the protesters, advocating for the campus to reopen. The university remains committed to free speech but emphasizes the need to dismantle the encampment.
Wayne State University has shifted to remote operations due to a pro-Palestinian encampment on campus, which officials cite as a public safety issue. The encampment, demanding the university divest from Israel and military manufacturers, has led to a standoff between student protesters and university leaders. Despite offers for meetings, disagreements over conditions and accusations of misinformation have stalled negotiations. The situation remains unresolved, with university officials emphasizing the need to dismantle the encampment for further talks.
Wayne State University in Detroit is starting its 2024 spring-summer semester online due to an unspecified public safety issue, following the establishment of a pro-Palestinian encampment on campus. All on-campus events are canceled, and students will receive further instructions via email or Canvas.
Wayne State University has shifted to remote operations due to an ongoing public safety issue stemming from pro-Palestinian protesters who have set up an encampment on campus, demanding the university divest from Israel. Students will receive further instructions via email or Canvas, and all on-campus events are canceled until further notice. Faculty and staff are expected to work remotely if possible.
