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Barnard Expels Students Over Disruptive Pro-Palestinian Protest

2/24/2025

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In a historic move, Barnard College expelled two students for their disruptive actions during a Columbia University class focused on Israel, marking a significant moment in the ongoing pro-Palestinian protests. The activist group CUAD took credit for the incident, urging more disruptions, while Columbia firmly condemned the actions, reaffirming its commitment to academic integrity.

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In a historic move, Barnard College expelled two students for their disruptive actions during a Columbia University class focused on Israel, marking a significant moment in the ongoing pro-Palestinian protests. The activist group CUAD took credit for the incident, urging more disruptions, while Columbia firmly condemned the actions, reaffirming its commitment to academic integrity.