Steven Thrasher, an assistant journalism professor at Northwestern University, announced he has been denied tenure, attributing it to political motivations tied to his pro-Palestinian activism. He faced disciplinary actions related to complaints about his social media, classroom comments, and previous investigations that exonerated him. Thrasher claims his teaching was satisfactory, countering assertions from the university. The situation escalated amid discussions at a congressional hearing on campus antisemitism, with questions regarding Thrasher's treatment surfacing politically. He expects to lose his position by August 2026, igniting discussions about free speech and political influence in academia.
"This has nothing to do with my scholarship or teaching. It is a political hit job over my support for Palestine and for trying to protect our student protesters..."
"According to an email from Medill School of Journalism dean Charles F. Whitaker, the dean initiated disciplinary proceedings in response to complaints about Thrasher's social media activity and allegedly sexist comments..."
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