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Opinion | Only the First Amendment Can Protect Students, Campuses and Speech

Protests over the Middle East conflict on campuses sparked significant debates about free speech and institutional responses in the context of political expression.

Why Northwestern, U.C.L.A. and Rutgers Were Picked for the Hearing

The focus of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce shifted from antisemitism to pro-Palestinian encampments on campuses.

'Institutional neutrality': How one university walks a fine line on Gaza protests

University campuses are enhancing restrictions in response to protests over the Gaza conflict, aiming to ensure student safety and free expression.

At Berkeley, a protest at a dean's home tests the limits of free speech

Dean of Berkeley Law School faces personal disruption of free speech event at his home by pro-Palestinian students.

Opinion | Only the First Amendment Can Protect Students, Campuses and Speech

Protests over the Middle East conflict on campuses sparked significant debates about free speech and institutional responses in the context of political expression.

Why Northwestern, U.C.L.A. and Rutgers Were Picked for the Hearing

The focus of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce shifted from antisemitism to pro-Palestinian encampments on campuses.

'Institutional neutrality': How one university walks a fine line on Gaza protests

University campuses are enhancing restrictions in response to protests over the Gaza conflict, aiming to ensure student safety and free expression.

At Berkeley, a protest at a dean's home tests the limits of free speech

Dean of Berkeley Law School faces personal disruption of free speech event at his home by pro-Palestinian students.
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#student-activism

The fine line between providing campus security and allowing for free speech

University campuses anticipate renewed protests and counter-protests this semester in response to recent global events.

Have student protests against Israel's war in Gaza gone global?

University students globally protest for divestment from arms suppliers to Israel.

Pro-Palestine student protesters say lawsuits, crackdowns won't deter them

Students' resolve strengthened by university intimidation tactics.

Student divestment demands have mostly failed

University divestment from weapon companies amid the Israel-Hamas conflict faces strong resistance, highlighting tensions between student advocacy and institutional governance.

Presidents grapple with how to respond to student protesters

Presidents at different universities respond differently to student protests regarding divestment from Israel, showing the challenges of balancing various stakeholders' interests.

Berkeley's Free Palestine Encampment Draws on Legacy of Palestinian Protests

Protests for Palestinian solidarity at various US campuses have led to arrests and police crackdowns, with disruptive consequences for universities' activities.

The fine line between providing campus security and allowing for free speech

University campuses anticipate renewed protests and counter-protests this semester in response to recent global events.

Have student protests against Israel's war in Gaza gone global?

University students globally protest for divestment from arms suppliers to Israel.

Pro-Palestine student protesters say lawsuits, crackdowns won't deter them

Students' resolve strengthened by university intimidation tactics.

Student divestment demands have mostly failed

University divestment from weapon companies amid the Israel-Hamas conflict faces strong resistance, highlighting tensions between student advocacy and institutional governance.

Presidents grapple with how to respond to student protesters

Presidents at different universities respond differently to student protests regarding divestment from Israel, showing the challenges of balancing various stakeholders' interests.

Berkeley's Free Palestine Encampment Draws on Legacy of Palestinian Protests

Protests for Palestinian solidarity at various US campuses have led to arrests and police crackdowns, with disruptive consequences for universities' activities.
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Opinion | I'm a College President and I Hope My Campus Is Even More Political This Year

Colleges should embrace political engagement, fostering civic responsibility and activism among students, rather than striving for an apolitical environment.
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I run a university people like me should be backing students' right to protest over Gaza | Patrizia Nanz

University students globally protest humanitarian crisis in Gaza, showcasing moral indignation and coordinated global activism despite challenges.

Columbia University is colluding with the far-right in its attack on students | Moira Donegan

University president under scrutiny for handling of student protests and police involvement.

I run a university people like me should be backing students' right to protest over Gaza | Patrizia Nanz

University students globally protest humanitarian crisis in Gaza, showcasing moral indignation and coordinated global activism despite challenges.

Columbia University is colluding with the far-right in its attack on students | Moira Donegan

University president under scrutiny for handling of student protests and police involvement.
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#antisemitism

Why Northwestern, U.C.L.A. and Rutgers Were Picked for the Hearing

The focus of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce shifted from antisemitism to pro-Palestinian encampments on college campuses.

How to Get Holocaust Education Right

Holocaust education, despite being embedded in curricula, has failed to eradicate hate and ignorance among young Americans.

Protests over Israel-Hamas war have torn US universities apart: what's next?

University campuses in the US are facing protests and accusations of antisemitism over the war in Gaza, leading to a Congressional hearing that some fear may worsen the situation.

As some universities negotiate with pro-Palestinian protestors, others quickly call the police

University protests across the country demand divestment from Israel, leading to clashes with police and concerns about antisemitism.

Why Northwestern, U.C.L.A. and Rutgers Were Picked for the Hearing

The focus of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce shifted from antisemitism to pro-Palestinian encampments on college campuses.

How to Get Holocaust Education Right

Holocaust education, despite being embedded in curricula, has failed to eradicate hate and ignorance among young Americans.

Protests over Israel-Hamas war have torn US universities apart: what's next?

University campuses in the US are facing protests and accusations of antisemitism over the war in Gaza, leading to a Congressional hearing that some fear may worsen the situation.

As some universities negotiate with pro-Palestinian protestors, others quickly call the police

University protests across the country demand divestment from Israel, leading to clashes with police and concerns about antisemitism.
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Which California universities have joined nationwide protests for Gaza? See interactive map

Protests at California universities call for ceasefire in Gaza and divestment from Israel.

Students occupy LSE building in protest over Gaza conflict

Pro-Palestinian activists demand divestment from fossil fuel companies and assert universities' complicity in Palestinian oppression.

Which California universities have joined nationwide protests for Gaza? See interactive map

Protests at California universities call for ceasefire in Gaza and divestment from Israel.

Students occupy LSE building in protest over Gaza conflict

Pro-Palestinian activists demand divestment from fossil fuel companies and assert universities' complicity in Palestinian oppression.
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#pro-palestinian-demonstrations

Photos: Campus protests continue, police make arrests and clear encampments

Protests at universities linked to war in Gaza with clashes between supporters and protesters.

NYC says half of those arrested at 2 pro-Palestinian campus protests were not students

Nearly half of arrested protesters in pro-Palestinian protests at New York campuses not affiliated with schools, leading to police involvement and controversy.

Photos: Campus protests continue, police make arrests and clear encampments

Protests at universities linked to war in Gaza with clashes between supporters and protesters.

NYC says half of those arrested at 2 pro-Palestinian campus protests were not students

Nearly half of arrested protesters in pro-Palestinian protests at New York campuses not affiliated with schools, leading to police involvement and controversy.
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Pro-Palestinian student protesters break through police fencing at MIT

Pro-Palestinian protesters at MIT broke through police blockades calling for an end to Gaza violence. Columbia University cancels commencement amidst pro-Palestinian protests.

Police Arrive at UCLA Amid Clashes Between Pro-Palestinian and Pro-Israeli Protesters

Violent clashes erupted between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters at UCLA and Columbia University, leading to arrests and police intervention.

Pro-Palestinian student protesters break through police fencing at MIT

Pro-Palestinian protesters at MIT broke through police blockades calling for an end to Gaza violence. Columbia University cancels commencement amidst pro-Palestinian protests.

Police Arrive at UCLA Amid Clashes Between Pro-Palestinian and Pro-Israeli Protesters

Violent clashes erupted between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters at UCLA and Columbia University, leading to arrests and police intervention.
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No arrests as Los Angeles police clear USC pro-Palestinian encampment

Students protest to urge universities to divest from Israel amid Gaza war tensions.
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Students occupy UK university campuses in protest against Gaza war

Pro-Palestinian students in the UK protest against universities' complicity in Israel's actions in Gaza, echoing US demonstrations.

From LA to NY, student protests in support of Palestine grow strong in US

University students across the US are protesting against Israel's war on Gaza, demanding divestment and financial tie cuts, facing arrests and faculty votes of no confidence.

Students occupy UK university campuses in protest against Gaza war

Pro-Palestinian students in the UK protest against universities' complicity in Israel's actions in Gaza, echoing US demonstrations.

From LA to NY, student protests in support of Palestine grow strong in US

University students across the US are protesting against Israel's war on Gaza, demanding divestment and financial tie cuts, facing arrests and faculty votes of no confidence.
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#israel-palestine-conflict

Shocking Video Shows Police Slamming Emory College Professor to Concrete During Pro-Palestine Protest

Police arrested 28 at a pro-Palestinian demonstration at Emory University; shockingly, professors were among those detained and handled violently.

Columbia president faces anti-Semitism Congress hearing: What's at stake?

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik faces congressional committee over allegations of failing to protect against rising anti-Semitism.

Shocking Video Shows Police Slamming Emory College Professor to Concrete During Pro-Palestine Protest

Police arrested 28 at a pro-Palestinian demonstration at Emory University; shockingly, professors were among those detained and handled violently.

Columbia president faces anti-Semitism Congress hearing: What's at stake?

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik faces congressional committee over allegations of failing to protect against rising anti-Semitism.
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Here's Why Protest News Doesn't Tell You Much

Media coverage of university protests during conflict often focuses on visuals and clashes, lacking in-depth insight into protesters' demands.
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