Columbia University takes disciplinary action against pro-Palestinian protesters for campus occupation – The Times of India
FILE (Dave Sanders/The New York Times) Columbia University has been at the center of controversy over the past week, following its announcement of disciplinary actions against students who occupied a campus building during pro-Palestinian protests last spring. According to Reuters, the university has imposed a range of punishments, including multi-year suspensions, temporary degree revocations, and expulsions. However, citing legal privacy restrictions, Columbia did not disclose the names of the disciplined students or the exact number of individuals affected. The students have the option to appeal these decisions.The university’s interim president, Katrina Armstrong, defended the administration's stance, stating that the concerns raised were legitimate and that the institution was collabo...