New developments continue to emerge as negotiations remain between the University and student protesters inside the Encampment.

At 1:15 pm on Friday, April 26, the Columbia University Senate held a plenary meeting to discuss ongoing events on campus. The Senate passed the Resolution Addressing Current Events, condemning the University. 

On Friday afternoon, Columbia University Apartheid Divest held a press conference in front of Butler Library to address the status of negotiations with the University.

On Friday, April 26, a Barnard spokesperson confirmed to Bwog that their administration has reached an agreement with “nearly all” Barnard students on interim suspension and restored their previously-rejected access to residence hall, dining, and classes. 

CC Dean Josef Sorett and GS Dean Lisa Rosen-Metsch announced new academic policies for the Spring 2024 semester after recent events surrounding the Encampment and related protests.

On Friday, the New York Hostage and Missing Families Forum held a press conference and demonstration on the corner of 116th Street and Broadway in support of the hostages currently in Gaza.

On Thursday evening, a protest titled “United for Israel” took place around the periphery of Columbia’s campus. Protestors lined Broadway and Amsterdam, chanting and marching in support of Israel. Content warning: Calls for violence.

Discussions between the University and student protesters continue along with protests outside of Columbia’s gates. Read coverage from previous days to stay up-to-date.

Barnard College has altered academic policies regarding final exams and Pass/D/Fail academic accommodations for the Spring 2024 semester in light of recent protests.

On Wednesday, April 24, Proud Boys founder Gavin McInnes was seen on campus attempting to enter the Gaza Solidarity Encampment. It is unconfirmed how he accessed campus.

House Speaker Mike Johnson, supported by other congressmembers, spoke on Low Steps Wednesday afternoon to address ongoing protests and President Shafik’s handling of events.

Faculty and graduate students in Columbia and Barnard’s Political Science departments wrote a letter condemning President Shafik and supporting student protesters.

Columbia School of Engineering has altered Pass/D/Fail academic accommodations and policies for the rest of the Spring 2024 semester in light of protests on and off campus.

On Wednesday, Columbia University Apartheid Divest organized a press conference in front of Butler Library near the Gaza Solidarity Encampment. Encampment representatives took questions from members of the press. Content warning: Mentions of violence.

On Tuesday evening, President Minouche Shafik announced plans for clearing the Gaza Solidarity Encampment, giving Encampment organizers a deadline of midnight to reach an agreement. Upon the chance that an agreement is not reached, President Shafik plans to “consider alternative options.”