Barnard College settled a lawsuit from Jewish students alleging inadequate responses to antisemitism on campus. Following pro-Palestinian protests, students reported harassment, prompting the lawsuit. Under the settlement, Barnard will prohibit facemasks in protests and will not engage with specific pro-Palestinian groups. A new Title VI coordinator will be appointed to handle discrimination complaints. Barnard's administration emphasized its dedication to a safe and inclusive campus. The lawsuit against Columbia University will continue, as it includes more serious accusations of antisemitism.
Barnard College has settled a lawsuit from Jewish students over antisemitism claims, pledging to reform protest rules and address discrimination on campus.
As part of the settlement, Barnard will prohibit facemasks in protests and will not engage with certain pro-Palestinian protest groups.
Barnard College will hire a Title VI coordinator to manage discrimination and harassment complaints, emphasizing their commitment to a safe campus.
The ongoing lawsuit against Columbia University cites more severe allegations of antisemitism, differentiating it from the settlement reached with Barnard.
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