The RISD administration has moved a pro-Palestinian art exhibit, "To Every Orange Tree," from a student-run coffee shop to an administrative building due to safety concerns. The exhibit featured political messages advocating for divestment and Palestinian rights. President Crystal Williams stated that the move aimed to prioritize the safety of staff and students, but student artists have criticized the decision as censorship. The university's response followed increasing public criticism, highlighting the tense atmosphere around discussions of such sensitive political topics within the campus community.
"Relocating the exhibition to a more secure location will enable us to prioritize the safety of staff and student employees of Carr Haus..."
"To Every Orange Tree" exhibit was moved to a more secure location on the third floor of the school's administrative building...
Williams wrote that the exhibit "has been the focus of negative public attention, including calls for its removal."
The students are calling the removal of the exhibit censorship, pointing to its political messages advocating for Palestinian rights.
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