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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.
Pitt officials say some Jewish students were interviewed for campus antisemitism report
University of North Carolina, US Justice Dept. reach settlement to end antisemitism probe
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.