Columbia University’s president declined a congressional call to testify about her handling of antisemitism on campus — and dodged a firestorm that cost one of her colleagues her job.
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A Timeline of How the Israel-Hamas War Has Roiled College Campuses
Since Oct. 7, there have been dueling protests, calls for the ouster of school leaders and threats from angry donors.
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Harvard’s Board Says President Will Stay, Despite Calls for Her Ouster
Claudine Gay, who became head of the university in July, faced criticism for her responses to questions at a congressional hearing about antisemitism.
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Why Defenders of Harvard’s President Are Focused on Academic Freedom
The principle is highly valued by many at American universities, but critics say it is sometimes invoked to dodge repercussions.
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Harvard President’s Future Uncertain as Board Convenes
Claudine Gay, the university’s president, received support from the faculty, including a group of Black faculty members who urged Harvard’s leadership to defend her.