Columbia University has settled a $221 million claim from the Trump administration concerning its response to anti-Semitism on campus. This agreement allows the university to regain access to $400 million in federal grants previously frozen. The settlement includes formal reforms to improve campus safety and inclusivity, such as hiring more public safety personnel. Columbia also committed to maintaining merit-based admissions while ending any unlawful race-based initiatives. Columbia's acting president emphasized the importance of avoiding actions that could jeopardize the university's status as a leading research institution.
Columbia University has agreed to pay $221m to settle claims from the Trump administration about failing to address anti-Semitism on campus.
The settlement includes reinstatement of $400m in federal grants frozen by the Trump administration and access to future funding.
The agreement formalizes reforms to address harassment against Jews, including hiring more public safety personnel and fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Columbia will maintain merit-based admissions and end programs that promote unlawful race-based quotas and diversity targets.
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