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Letter from Cornell's Jane Doe: University president appeared to 'disbelieve' assault allegations

“After the conversation [then-president of Doe's sorority] shared with me that President Kotlikoff’s initial response was along the lines of, ‘Why did she wait so long to report it?" Doe wrote.

A student walks by a sign at the entrance of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, US, October 1, 2026.
The Student Union on the University of Pittsburgh campus, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Pitt officials say some Jewish students were interviewed for campus antisemitism report

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University of North Carolina, US Justice Dept. reach settlement to end antisemitism probe

 Demonstrators sit in an encampment as they protest in solidarity with Pro-Palestinian organizers on the Columbia University campus, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in New York City, US. April 19, 2024.

Humanities PhD students at US universities more likely to hold antisemitic views than peers - study


Woman at center of Cornell rape allegations targeted with threats, lawyer says

Thomas Giuffra, who represents the woman identified as "Jane Doe," told CNN that people have threatened to silence or harm her if she does not withdraw her civil lawsuit.

Student assembly at Cornell University campus in Ithaca, New York Thursday, 1st October 2026

Cornell University's response to student rape allegations to be reviewed by New York A-G - report

The report followed a CBS News release of message screenshots between a former Cornell student and one of the defendants, allegedly from two days following the assault.

New York Attorney-General Letitia James stands with New York Governor Kathy Hochul at a news conference in Manhattan, where the governor announced a review of Cornell University’s initial response to allegations from a former student about being raped at a campus fraternity in 2024, October 2, 2026.

'Pressing concern': US commission on civil rights releases report on campus antisemitism

"This bipartisan, unanimously adopted report sends a clear message that protecting students from antisemitism is a shared civil rights responsibility," said Rochelle Garza, Chair of the commission.

The US Capitol exterior after the US House of Representatives approved legislation to avert a government shutdown before the midterm elections, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, US, September 1, 2026.

Iranian students protest compulsory hijab, university costs as campus unrest returns

Iranian university students protested against compulsory hijab and worsening economic conditions, with Basij forces accused of threatening demonstrators during the campus gathering.

Students at Tehran’s Allameh Tabataba'i University protest against the compulsory hijab, September 28, 2026.

UofT under fire over ‘Bridging Theories of Anti-Zionism’ working group

UofT’s new ‘Bridging Theories of Anti-Zionism’ working group has sparked debate over academic inquiry, antisemitism and campus protections for Jewish students.

Webpage, The University of Toronto (UofT)   Jackman Humanities Institute working group titled "Bridging Theories of Anti-Zionism.

Adalah clashes with Israeli universities over alleged discrimination against Arabs after Oct. 7

The report reviews proceedings against Arab students at around 40 academic institutions, primarily over posts published on their private social media accounts.

Israeli-Arab students and activists protest against a bill that would ban waving Palestinian flags at Israeli universities, at the Tel Aviv University, May 28, 2023.

US Reps announce new caucus focused on combatting antisemitism on campuses

US Representatives Josh Gottheimer and Elise Stefanik have announced the launch of the new bipartisan Combating Antisemitism on College Campuses Caucus.

The United States House of Representatives hold a candleight vigil for Israel outside the U.S. Capitol in Washington Friday, 13th October 2023, 02:45

New report flags widespread failures in Canadian universities’ antisemitism response

The initial launch features a pilot assessment covering four universities where students have reported particularly hostile social climates.

 People walk on the grounds of the University of Toronto in Toronto, Ontario

Iranian professors threaten to suspend academic activity as salaries remain unpaid

The issue of unpaid salaries comes as Iran’s already struggling economy has come under further pressure from the war, sanctions, an internet shutdown and the Hormuz blockade.

A vehicle passes through the entrance of Sharif University of Technology in Tehran on April 7, 2026; Illustrative.

Brandeis Center urges Education Dept. to release delayed foreign funding data

Concerns over foreign funding of US universities have grown, with critics warning it may influence campus policies and responses to antisemitism.

A sign is displayed outside of the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education building on June 25, 2026 in Washington, DC.