Shafik reflected on her tumultuous tenure, acknowledging the challenge of reconciling divergent views within the university community and the toll it has taken on her family.
The board of trustees expressed their regret over Shafik's resignation, highlighting her contributions during a challenging period, emphasizing both her leadership and the difficulties faced.
Critics accused Shafik of inadequate measures to protect Jewish students, while others claimed she overreacted by calling police on pro-Palestinian students during protests.
Her resignation marks the third departure of a university president amid ongoing criticism related to the handling of campus protests during the Israel-Hamas war.
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