Columbia University

Provocation on Veterans Day

Anti-Israel Columbia students plan protest in honor of 'martyrs'

Columbia University Apartheid Divest announces intention to hold an unsanctioned event Monday to protest "the American war machine".

Columbia U:

Jewish student compensated after 'fart spray' suspension

Columbia University paid $395,000 in settlement after suspending Jewish student for using ‘fart spray,' report says.

Dov Hikind: Chuck Schumer 'nothing but a traitor and kapo'

Chuck Schumer advised Columbia University leaders to 'keep their heads down,' ignore criticism of antisemitism management, report says.

House Committee:

'University administrators failed to keep Jewish students safe'

US House Committee on Education and the Workforce releases 122-page 'Antisemitism on College Campuses Exposed' report accusing schools of failing to combat and even appeasing antisemitic protesters.

Pro-Israel Columbia prof's campus access suspended

‘The only person that got suspended from campus is the Jewish professor speaking up against the protests. It’s no longer a double standard. There’s basically no standard for when it comes to Jewish life on campus,' Davidai said.

GOP Reps to FBI:

'Do your jobs, start protecting Jewish students'

Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and House GOP Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY) write to FBI assistant director James Dennehy demanding the agency open an investigation into anti-Israel group at Columbia University that promotes violence.

Columbia University:

Anti-Israel org retracts apology for member who 'fights to kill'

Columbia University pro-Palestinian group endorses violence and walks back apology for student who said ‘Zionists don’t deserve to live.’

40-year-old indicted for burning Israeli flag at Columbia protest

A 40-year-old activist has been indicted on arson charges after burning an Israeli flag during a protest at Columbia University in April.

Activist indicted for April flag burning at Columbia University

Activist, aged 40, indicted for burning Israeli flag at April Columbia University protest.

Columbia University:

Anti-Israel protesters target Hillary Clinton's course

Pro-Palestinian Arab protesters at Columbia University stage sit-in at the Institute of Global Politics in the School of International and Public Affairs, where former Secretary of State is teaching a course.

'Resist until victory'

2 arrested at anti-Israel protest at Columbia on 1st day of class

Protests return to university where the first anti-Israel tent encampments were set up last spring. Campus Alma Mater statue defaced.

'Crushing' discrimination against Jews, Israelis at Columbia U

Columbia University antisemitism task force reports ‘crushing’ discrimination against Jewish and Israeli students.

Pro-Palestinian groups condemn Meta's 'censorship'

2 pro-Palestinian student groups at NYU, Columbia say Instagram removed their accounts.

Campus antisemitism:

Columbia U. officials subpoenaed for House probe

Rep. Virginia Foxx, chair of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, announces she is issuing six subpoenas for Columbia University officials amid her panel’s antisemitism investigation.

Columbia University:

Most students suspended over anti-Israel protests will return

Most students at Columbia University who faced disciplinary action for participating in pro-Palestinian Arab are expected to return to campus soon.

1st time in decades:

No graduates of Ramaz enroll at Columbia University

Students at elite Orthodox school in Manhattan avoid New York Ivy League school embroiled in antisemitism controversies for first time in more than 20 years.

Following months of criticism:

Columbia University President announces resignation

Columbia University President Dr. Minouche Shafik resigns following months of criticism for her handling of campus antisemitism.

Before anti-Israel protests restart:

Only those with school ID allowed on Columbia campus

Columbia University announces that starting today, only those with school IDs are allowed to enter the Manhattan campus as the school prepares for the return of the anti-Israel protests with the start of the new school year.

Consul General of Israel in NY:

'My American friends: The truth always comes out'

Ofir Akunis, Consul General of Israel in NY, in a post on X: 'The boycott movement at Columbia University finally revealed what they really want: The eradication of western civilization.'

Columbia University:

Deans who exchanged antisemitic texts resign

Columbia University officials say three deans who exchanged “very troubling” texts that “disturbingly touched on ancient antisemitic tropes” have resigned from the school.

Letting crickets loose

Antisemitic vandals target Brooklyn home of Columbia exec.

Apartment building of Columbia University official targeted in latest incident of antisemitic vandalism in Brooklyn. Door broken and insects let loose inside the lobby.

Class action:

Reps Bowman, Omar, Ocasio-Cortez sued over Columbia protests

5 Columbia students file lawsuit against groups involved in the antisemitic encampments and protests on campus, including 3 'Squad' members accused of 'inciting and encouraging' the antisemitism.

3 Columbia officials who mocked antisemitism panel removed

The 3 former administrators who sent text messages to each other mocking a panel detailing Jewish experiences on campus have been permanently removed from their positions, but remain in Columbia's employ.

Messages reveal antisemitism on the part of Columbia deans

New Columbia administrator texts show deans discussing Jewish student ‘privilege’ and ‘$$$$,’ and bashing Hillel leader as a ‘problem.’

Robert Kraft donates $1m to Yeshiva University

After spurning Columbia, Robert Kraft gives $1M to Yeshiva U to support transfer students.

Columbia U:

3 administrators exchange disparaging texts about antisemitism

Columbia suspends 3 administrators over disparaging texts during panel on campus Jewish life.

Columbia anti-Israel protests:

Charges dropped against dozens of students

Prosecutors announce that dozens of Columbia University students who were arrested for occupying a campus building in April will have their criminal charges dropped.

Columbia University:

Professor told students to avoid 'Jew-controlled' media

Antisemitism task force reveals multiple antisemitic incidents at Columbia University, targeting of Jewish students following October 7 massacre.

Columbia closes probe of sign calling to murder Jewish students

University says it cannot identify anti-Israel protesters who called for murder of Jews and counterprotesters because they were covering their faces.

Lawsuit settlement

Columbia students to receive 'safety escorts' following protests

Columbia University reaches settlement in class-action lawsuit over intimidation and harassment of Jewish students during anto-Israel protests on campus.

Columbia Prof. Shai Davidai:

'Jewish students are strong, they need our back'

Prof. Davidai to Arutz Sheva: “The Jewish students and Jewish community are strong. They are resilient. All they need is us the older generation to come and tell them, ‘Whatever you need, we have your back,’ because they are incredible.”

From Columbia alum:

Bar Ilan U. receives record $260 million donation

The donation from a Jewish graduate of Columbia University who served in World War Two is one of the largest ever to any Israeli university.

'Revolt for Rafah'

New anti-Israel encampment at Columbia University

Students for Justice in Palestine make new tent encampment at school where the trend started. 'We're back, b-es.'

Prof. Shai Davidai to be awarded at Arutz Sheva Jerusalem Conf.

Columbia University Professor Shai Davidai will be awarded at the Arutz Sheva Jerusalem Conference in New York City on Sunday night for his brave activism on behalf of Jewish and Israeli students and faculty.

Sinwar is the hero of the mad Western crowds

Known as the "butcher of Khan Younis", Sinwar murdered twelve Palestinian Arabs with his own hands - and enjoyed it. This is the new hero of the spoiled useful idiots on US campuses. Op-ed.

Columbia University-affiliated seminary to divest from Israel

Union Theological Seminary announces its board of trustees endorsed a divestment plan from "companies profiting from war in Palestine/Israel".

Columbia University:

Anti-Israel student tears up diploma during commencement

Graduating students wear zip tie handcuffs during commencement to protest Columbia's decision to remove the anti-Israel tent encampment.

After anti-Israel comment:

Omar faces censure motion at the House

Rep. Don Bacon introduces motion to censure Rep. Ilhan Omar, who referred to some Jewish students as "pro-genocide".

Columbia prof.: 'Israeli friends will be harmed first'

Prof. Shai Davidai has called on researchers from Israel to actively join the fight that he and his colleagues are conducting against the wave of anti-Israel protests on campuses in the USA.

Columbia cancels commencement ceremony after protests

School where anti-Israel 'tent encampments' began announces there will be no university-wide graduation ceremony this year.

Anti-Israel protests:

Not all of the arrested protesters affiliated with Columbia U.

More than 25% of arrested Columbia protesters were not connected to the university, police say.

Second Gentleman speaks to Jewish students amid campus protests

White House official says Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff spoke with Jewish students from Columbia University and Barnard College as well as Hillel leaders from Emory and the University of Texas at Austin.

Columbia Pres:

University considered 'proposals on divestment' from Israel

After police remove anti-Israel protesters, Columbia University President Minouche Shafik reveals university officials considered acceding to protesters' demands, says they protested for an 'important cause.'

'A proud moment'

NYPD regains control of CCNY campus, raises US flag

Approximately 300 were arrested overnight at CCNY and Columbia after the NYPD was called on to clear out anti-Israel protesters who had been occupying the campuses.

Watch: At UCLA, protesters clash with Los Angeles police

Anti-Israel protesters clash with Los Angeles police during violent demonstrations against Israel-Hamas war at UCLA.

Jewish student sues Columbia U.:

'University did not provide a safe study environment'

Following violent anti-Israel protests, a Jewish student suing Columbia University, details her fears in the lawsuit: ‘Jews were beaten and spat on, were prevented from walking around freely or attending classes.’

Amid anti-Israel protests:

Police officers enter Columbia University campus

Large numbers of New York City police officers enter Columbia University as dozens of pro-Palestinian Arab protesters remain on the campus. At least 100 people arrested.

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Protesters who took over building demand 'humanitarian aid'

After taking over Hamilton Hall at Columbia University, protesters demand food for those who continue to occupy the building.

White House condemns protesters' takeover of Columbia building

Administration spokespeople say anti-Israel activists' recent actions at Columbia University, including takeover of Hamilton Hall, are "not peaceful" and "hate speech."

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Anti-Israel protesters take over Columbia campus building

Pro-Palestine Protesters violently storm, overtake Columbia University's Hamilton Hall.

A history lesson for America's rioting students: Will they learn?

How can students at American Universities riot in support of Hamas monsters who took turns raping young women until they died from their ghastly wounds? Only if their minds are filled with poisonous Marxist and Islamist propaganda instead of history. Op-ed.

Columbia U. is the testing ground for definitions of antisemitism

The definition from 2,000 years ago proves to be the most accurate and practical. Why? Because every pro-Hamas has been caught harbouring a flagrant ambition to witness the liquidation of Zionists. Opinion.

Columbia U protesters defy deadline to disperse

Protesters were warned to disperse by 2 p.m. or face suspension. Ultimatum comes as Columbia President Minouche Shafik says efforts to negotiate with the anti-Israel protesters on campus have failed.

ADL head:

Ilhan Omar's claim Jewish students 'pro-genocide' a blood libel

Anti-Defamation League (ADL) CEO Jonathan Greenblatt condemns Squad member's claim Jewish students shouldn't face antisemitism even if they are 'pro-genocide.'

Shai Davidai’s war on campus antisemitism

It takes courage and a dire situation for a left-wing academic to risk his livelihood and social standing to combat Hamas-inspired Jew-hatred. Opinion.

At Columbia University:

Squad members visit anti-Israel encampment

Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Jamaal Bowman visit pro-Palestinian Arab encampments at Columbia University, a day after Ilhan Omar did so.

After backlash

Columbia student apologizes for anti-Israel comments

Columbia University student apologizes for saying on video that "Zionists don’t deserve to live".

Columbia University:

Anti-Israel protester hit counterprotester in face with rock

NYPD searching for suspects after multiple people carrying Israeli flags assaulted in separate incidents in New York City.

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Rep. Omar visits anti-Israel protest at Columbia University

Israeli-born professor Shai Davidai responds after Rep. Ilhan Omar meets anti-Israel protesters at Columbia: A new low for the US Congress.

Robert Kraft, other billionaires end support for Columbia U

Jewish donors react to antisemitic protests and riots at New York Ivy League university over the last week, failure of administration to protect Jewish students.