Trump chooses Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Editor’s warning: mentions of violence and death.

A convicted felon, twice impeached, returns to the Oval Office… Editor’s warning: mentions of violence and death.

After concerns about Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD), a new Palestinian-led coalition debuts its Instagram with a public statement on “The Student Movement for Palestinian Liberation.” 

No more LaGuardia slander here. Editor’s warning: mention of violence.

Columbia Engineering students vote in favor of divestment from Israel, joining other colleges in the university-wide movement. 

On Monday, October 7, Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD) staged a walkout on Low Steps in solidarity with Palestine. Meanwhile, Students Supporting Israel held an interactive art installation commemorating hostages held by Hamas. Content warning: violence

From Mexico to Senegal, who’s behind the cart? Editor’s warning: mentions of violence and death.

Editor’s warning: Mentions of military violence, anti-Black racism, Islamophobia, antisemitism, and homophobia

On Thursday, September 5, 24 Jewish faculty members sent an email to the Columbia and Barnard administration surrounding the Antisemitism Task Force’s second report, citing misrepresentations and a lack of political context. Editor’s warning: Mentions of antisemitism

Columbia University has been subject to much media attention regarding its pro-Palestine protests and Encampments over the past several months. Bwog reported on the protests first-hand and provided live updates throughout the duration of the Encampment. Read for a summary of Bwog’s coverage of the protests during the 2023-2024 academic year. Content warning: violence, discrimination, […]

On May 8, a group of over 600 Jewish students published an open letter, affirming their support for Zionism and Israel and denouncing antisemitism.

Over 1,700 alumni have pledged to withhold support for Columbia unless demands including divestment, amnesty for students, support for the Harlem community, and President Shafik’s removal are met.

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

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.

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.