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.” 

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

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

On the morning of Columbia’s first day of Fall 2024 classes, more than 100 student protestors formed a picket in front of the 116th Street gates. Columbia University Apartheid Divest described the protest as opposing Columbia’s investments in the bombs falling on Gazan universities and contributions to “scholasticide” in Palestine.

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.

In an Instagram post on Monday, nonprofit Palestine Legal announced the federal Office for Civil Rights would investigate Columbia for allegations of discrimination against Palestinian students. 

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

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.

On Thursday, CUAD held a press conference in front of Butler Library to give updates on negotiations with the University and take questions from reporters.

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.

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.

Various city officials and University professors have released press statements regarding student arrests at press conferences on April 18 and April 19.