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Harvard Law School student gov accuses Israel of genocide, anonymously

The resolution made no mention of Hamas, nor did it refer to the October 7 attacks that initiated the ongoing war between Israel and the jihadist group.

31/03/2024

Facing Harvard inhospitality, academic delegation seeks to expand dialogue on Israel

A Harvard undergraduate student accompanying the professors said that before the October 7 Massacre, there were areas that the university had to improve for Jews and Israelis.

A seal hangs over a building at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Harvard antisemitism task force co-chair resigns amid Congressional probe

Sadun's resignation comes after the House Committee on Education and the Workforce subpoenaed Harvard for not meeting its deadline to submit documents for its investigation into campus antisemitism.

A seal hangs over a building at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Alumni sue Harvard for devaluing diploma with ‘antisemitic’ campus

The alumni have demanded monetary restitution for the costs of attending Harvard and damage to their reputation.

Harvard pro-Palestinian faculty group apologizes for sharing post with antisemitic image

On Monday, the Harvard Faculty and Staff for Justice in Palestine apologized for an image posted that "likened Zionism to an imperial project," and was condemned by Jewish groups and administrators.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
21/02/2024

Jewish teens are looking at a new factor in their college search: antisemitism

A new survey of nearly 2,000 BBYO participants across North America found that 64% said antisemitism on campus was an important factor in their decision regarding where to attend college.

By JACOB GURVIS/JTA
17/02/2024

Harvard leaders subpoenaed for not meeting deadlines in antisemitism investigation

In a statement, Harvard said it's unfortunate that the Committee has chosen to issue a subpoena given the breadth and extensive nature of the information Harvard has provided to the Committee.

US House committee subpoenas Harvard over antisemitism investigation

The subpoenas demanded that Garber and the other university officials appear before the committee to produce the documents on March 4.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
16/02/2024

MIT suspends pro-Palestinian student group, saying it broke campus demonstration rules

A pro-Palestinian group had held what it called an “emergency action for Rafah”, taking over a campus building without permits to condemn Israel’s planned invasion of Rafah.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
16/02/2024

Encouraging open discourse at Harvard on the Israel-Hamas war - opinion

While it is essential to press universities to condemn any antisemitic activity and ensure a safe space for Jewish and Israeli students, it doesn’t mean we are incapable of addressing opposing views.

By BARAK SELLA
10/02/2024
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