Columbia University has reached an agreement with the Trump administration to reinstate $400 million in federal funding, previously revoked due to alleged mishandling of antisemitism. The deal mandates the university to pay $200 million to settle allegations of unlawful discrimination, and $21 million for antisemitic discrimination claims against Jewish staff post-October 7 Hamas attacks. It includes measures like appointing a senior vice provost for Middle East studies review, enhancing campus safety, and banning face masks during protests. Additionally, Columbia reaffirmed commitment to merit-based admissions and compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws.
Columbia University has come to an agreement to reinstate $400 million in federal funding, ending a lengthy negotiation process over campus antisemitism handling.
The university will pay $200 million to settle discrimination allegations and $21 million regarding antisemitic discrimination against Jewish employees following the October 7 Hamas attacks.
Key measures include appointing a new senior vice provost for Middle East studies review, enhancing safety measures, and enforcing policies against discrimination during protests.
Columbia University agreed to ban face masks during protests and committed to merit-based admissions policies, alongside producing compliance reports on federal anti-discrimination laws.
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