The expulsion of two Barnard College students stems from their participation in a disruptive protest against a Columbia University class on the history of Israel. The incident involved masked individuals entering the classroom, distributing hate-filled flyers that depicted violent imagery against Jewish symbols. Barnard College President Laura Rosenbury emphasized that while expulsion is a severe measure, the college's commitment to respect and inclusion justifies the action, highlighting the value of integrity in the academic environment and the necessity of accountability for harmful actions.
"When rules are broken, when there is no remorse, no reflection, and no willingness to change, we must act," Barnard College President Laura Rosenbury stated, emphasizing the college's commitment to respect and inclusion.
"Expulsion is always an extraordinary measure, but so too is our commitment to respect, inclusion, and the integrity of the academic experience," stated Rosenbury, highlighting the values Barnard College upholds.
"At Barnard, we always fiercely defend our values. At Barnard, we always reject harassment and discrimination in all forms," Rosenbury added during the announcement of the expulsion.
The incident involved anti-Israel protesters bursting into a class on Israel's history, distributing inflammatory flyers including symbols of oppression and violence towards Jewish identity.
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