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Harvard Announces Changes Driven by Internal Reports on Antisemitism, Anti-Muslim Bias
Harvard University is rethinking its admissions, curriculum and more and investing in Jewish and Palestinian studies as it reckons with the fallout of pro-Palestinian protests.
Trump Antisemitism Task Force Praises Yale Protest Crackdown
As other prominent universities struggle with whether—and how—to please the president and avoid funding cuts, the New Haven institution’s actions received federal plaudits.
Cornell President Cancels Kehlani Concert for ‘Antisemitic’ Remarks
First Columbia, Now Harvard: Middle East Studies Under Pressure
The Trump administration specifically targeted a department at Columbia, prompting a sweeping review. Harvard is shaking up and pausing programs. It’s unclear what—and where—the next target will be.
Who Is on Trump’s Antisemitism Task Force?
Members of the panel include cabinet secretaries, several lawyers, a former Fox News contributor and a private equity investor.
Senate Republicans Put Colleges ‘On Notice’ Over Campus Antisemitism
The hearing, held Thursday by Senate Republicans, focused primarily on steps taken by the Trump administration to crack down on pro-Palestinian protests. Democrats continued to criticize the president.
Yeshiva U Recognizes New LGBTQ+ Student Group but Is Still Against ‘Pride’ Clubs
Trump’s Demands to Columbia Reflect Assault on Higher Ed, Experts Say
The administration wants Columbia University to make sweeping changes to its discipline and admissions processes. Experts say the demands are overreaching.