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Columbia MBA Graduates Experience with Anti-Israel Protests
Last Updated on April 21, 2024 by Robert C. Hoopes
Columbia University in the Spotlight as Pro-Palestine Protests Escalate
New York City – Columbia University has become the focal point of intense pro-Palestine protests, amid the ongoing military conflict between Israel and Gaza. The protests, which have led to mass arrests, have been described as reaching a “fever pitch” by a part-time student at the university.
Despite the arrests, students and anti-Israel agitators continued their demonstrations, with some camping out on school grounds and calling for divestment from companies with ties to Israel. A total of 108 people were arrested for trespassing, with two additional arrests for obstruction of governmental administration.
The protests have not only taken place on campus, but also spilled over onto the streets surrounding the university. Witnesses have reported that the demonstrators outside the university have been more aggressive and radical in their actions.
A university spokesperson has stated that they expect protest activity to continue on campus in the coming days. Columbia
The escalating situation has left many shocked, including a part-time student observer who described the protests as “shocking.” As the conflict in the Middle East continues, it remains to be seen how the protests at Columbia University will unfold in the days to come.
