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Columbia braces for renewed pro-Palestinian protests this semester

The Associated Press — September 3, 2024, 06:00 PM UTC

Summary: Columbia University anticipates renewed pro-Palestinian protests as classes resume on September 3, following significant demonstrations last spring. The university's interim president, Katrina Armstrong, is engaging with students amid heightened security measures. A recent report highlighted "pervasive" antisemitism on campus, prompting new protest guidelines. Nationwide, similar protests are emerging, with some resulting in arrests, reflecting ongoing tensions surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict.

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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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