Many pro-Palestinian activists taken into custody during recent Columbia protest
Late Wednesday at Columbia University, a significant number of pro-Palestinian activists were arrested after they disrupted the library, resulting in injuries to two public security officers. Claire Shipman, the university’s president, stated that the school had to request assistance from the New York Police Department (NYPD) after protesters blocked access to the Butler Library and […]
Masked protesters against Israel who entered the Columbia library distributed leaflets praising alleged Palestinian terrorist Bassel al-Araj.
Masked protesters at Columbia University recently disrupted activities in the library, distributing flyers that referred to the Palestinian militant Bassel Al-Araj as “extremist intellectuals,” according to reports. The pamphlets were reportedly organized by a group called Field Unity, known for its radical activism. There seems to be a strong emphasis in the flyers on Al-Araj […]
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators confront security at Columbia University’s main library
On Wednesday, Palestinian demonstrators clashed with security personnel at Columbia University’s main library, as reported by the Student Newspaper. The Columbia Daily Spectator highlighted that a protester, Lawrence A. Vienna, attending an “emergency meeting” in Butler Library, was prevented from leaving the room by a Public Safety Bureau officer. As the protest escalated, security officers […]
Columbia University requests police to remove pro-Palestinian demonstrators
Columbia University requested assistance from the New York Police Department to disperse pro-Palestinian demonstrators who gathered at the main campus library on Wednesday. In a statement, acting president Claire Shipman explained that the protesters refused to leave, even after being warned about potential disciplinary action and the possibility of arrest for trespassing. “Given the number […]
Masked Protesters Against Israel Enter Columbia University Library Before Finals Week
Protesters Invade Columbia University Library Amidst Final Exam Preparations A significant number of anti-Israel demonstrators gathered in the Columbia University library, disrupting students who were busy preparing for their upcoming final exams. Videos circulating on social media captured the moments activists bypassed security at Butler Library’s entrance. Once inside, the crowd made their presence known […]
Pro-Palestinian activists establish a ‘liberation area’ at Columbia University
Protest Takes Over Columbia University Library Over 100 masked protesters against Israel have seized the Butler Library at Columbia University in New York City. Some students, who were trying to study for finals, shared that they had to abandon their work due to the disruption. The demonstration is reportedly in support of Mahmoud Khalil, a […]
Masked anti-Israel demonstrators rush into Columbia library, push through security while Ivy League students get ready for exams
A large group of masked anti-Israel demonstrators entered the Butler Library at Columbia University while students were preparing for their exams on Wednesday. Social media footage captured the activists as they bypassed a security guard at the library entrance, who tried but failed to stop them. Once inside, they displayed a substantial sign draped over […]
Trump Reduces $400 Million Due to Harassment of Jewish Students; Columbia University Dismisses 180 Employees
Columbia University Cuts Staff Amid Funding Suspension Columbia University has made the tough decision to lay off 180 staff members who were involved in federal grants. This comes after the Trump administration revoked a significant $400 million in federal funding to the institution. Despite the university’s attempts to comply with various demands—including measures like banning […]
Columbia University dismisses about 180 employees following the loss of grants under the Trump administration.
Columbia University announced plans to reduce its staff by approximately 180 positions on Tuesday. This decision follows the Trump administration’s March announcement that it had revoked federal grants from Ivy League institutions, claiming they did not adequately safeguard Jewish students against antisemitic harassment. “We had to confront tough decisions concerning our research programs. Sadly, nearly […]
Columbia compensates 576 victims of former gynecologist Robert Hadden with $750 million.
The former gynecologist Robert Hadden is now at the center of a staggering $750 million settlement involving nearly 600 victims, following allegations of sexual abuse. This historic agreement was approved by Manhattan Supreme Court on Monday. Hadden, a convicted sex offender, was found to have abused 299 victims, many of whom were children. Laurie Maldonand, […]