The university is using opaque justifications to impose severe penalties on students involved in Gaza solidarity protests, raising concerns about targeted suppression of activism.
According to Cornell's new 2021 student code, the Office of Student Conduct can act swiftly to suspend students, often without foundational evidence.
Cornell’s leadership has justified these actions through a narrow interpretation of safety, but many believe it is a strategy to silence dissent.
Interim provost John Siliciano emphasized the ability of OSCCS to impose immediate suspensions to protect complainants, highlighting the university's focus on expedited measures.
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