Antisemitism is hostility towards or prejudice against the Jewish people. Since biblical times, Jews experienced periods in which they were persecuted for refusing to adopt the religion and culture of the ruling societies in which they lived. The rise of Christianity and perception of Jews as rejectors of Jesus led to a rise in antisemitism.
The student said the increased attention on USC has made it difficult to focus on school, even as final exams are around the corner.
Dayan implored Dr. Shafik to “lead with moral principles, not only with administrative regulations. Speak up.”
Early on Friday, Kymani James published a statement to their social media accounts saying that his comments were taken out of context in the clips that have been shared online.
"If the university cannot be a place of learning, then what is the point? Universities across America must take action, and we are not asking asking for radical change," AJC President Deutch said.
The lawmakers named the bill the COLUMBIA (College Oversight and Legal Updates Mandating Bias Investigations and Accountability) Act.
Campaign Against Antisemitism accused the Metropolitan Police of enacting a double standard against Jewish protesters.
The Plaintiff alleges the university led to a toxic, antisemitic learning and working environment and wrongfully dismissed her from employment at TMU.
Utrecht rabbi may appeal dropped charges against attacker in alleged antisemitic assault, citing concern over rising tensions.
A lawsuit by Palestine Legal demands Columbia reverse students' suspensions, drop charges against them, expunge their records, and offer to pay for their psychotherapy.
Encampments have spread to dozens of campuses across the US.