Thacker believed an academic boycott conflicted with the college's academic freedom principles and could create 'the impression that some perspectives are more welcome on campus than others.'
Thacker stated he will not accept recommendations contrary to Pitzer's commitment to academic freedom, a safe learning environment for all, and core intercultural understanding values.
The resolution, originally focused on closing study abroad program at University of Haifa, expanded after program removal, criticized by some as unaligned with student, faculty, and staff views.
University leaders attributed the removal of the Haifa program to low enrollment and not an academic boycott, despite student activists viewing it as a win for the boycott movement.
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