Columbia University announced disciplinary actions against nearly 80 students for participating in pro-Palestinian demonstrations, including suspensions of one to three years and expulsions. The actions follow the university's negotiations with the Trump administration regarding the restoration of $400 million in federal funding, withheld due to perceived antisemitism on campus amid the Israel-Hamas war. Columbia plans to overhaul its disciplinary process and adopt a new definition of antisemitism to meet demands from the administration. The university stated that disruptions to academic activities violate its policies and lead to consequences.
Nearly 80 students have been suspended for one to three years or expelled for participating in protests against the war in Gaza, according to Columbia University.
Columbia University is negotiating with President Trump's administration to restore $400 million in federal funding withheld over claims of antisemitism on campus during recent conflicts.
The university stated that academic integrity requires respect for its policies and rules, emphasizing that disruptions lead to disciplinary action.
Columbia has agreed to overhaul student disciplinary processes and adopt a new definition of antisemitism as part of negotiations to restore federal funding.
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