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Columbia braces for renewed pro-Palestinian protests as classes start

thestar.com — September 3, 2024, 12:00 PM UTC

Summary: As Columbia University resumes classes on September 3, 2024, tensions are high amid anticipated pro-Palestinian protests. Following a tumultuous spring, new leadership has implemented guidelines to manage demonstrations and address campus antisemitism. However, student organizers vow to escalate actions until the university severs ties with companies linked to Israel. Security measures have increased, with guarded entrances and restrictions on camping, reflecting ongoing unrest.

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    Columbia task force urges anti-bias training after antisemitism report (nypost.com)
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    Columbia report highlights hostility towards Jewish students (abcnews.go.com)
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    Columbia task force finds school failed to address antisemitism (abcnews.go.com)
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    Columbia report reveals faculty's inaction on antisemitism (dailycaller.com)
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    Columbia students face disruptions from radical groups upon arrival (foxnews.com)
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    Columbia implements restrictions amid renewed campus protests (gazette.com)
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    Columbia expedites disciplinary actions against student protesters (theintercept.com)
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