"We voluntarily entered into these discussions because the College takes seriously its obligation to evaluate complaints about discrimination and to see if there are additional steps we can take to strengthen a welcoming and supportive learning environment for our students and everyone at Pomona, Pomona College President Gabrielle Starr in a statement. During negotiations, the college pushed for the agreement to protect free speech, including peaceful protest and to protect all students, including Jewish and Israeli students, from discrimination and harassment, Starr wrote."
"A settlement has been reached after a complaint alleging Pomona College allowed discrimination and harassment of Jewish students. The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law, Hillel International and the Anti-Defamation League announced in a Wednesday, Dec. 10, news release that the settlement would lead to reforms to address antisemitism and enhance protections for Jewish and Israeli students at the college. The changes are expected to be made by the end of the spring semester, but must be made within a two-year period."
A settlement was reached following a federal complaint alleging Pomona College allowed discrimination and harassment of Jewish students. The Louis D. Brandeis Center, Hillel International and the Anti-Defamation League said the settlement will prompt reforms to address antisemitism and enhance protections for Jewish and Israeli students. The changes are expected by the end of the spring semester but must be completed within two years. Pomona College stated it engaged voluntarily to evaluate discrimination complaints and to strengthen a welcoming, supportive learning environment. The college emphasized protecting free speech and safeguarding all students from discrimination.
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