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Barnard College Faces EEOC Antisemitism Probe Amid Protests

4/24/2025

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Barnard College is under the spotlight as the EEOC investigates allegations of antisemitism, igniting campus protests. Faculty members received unexpected surveys probing their Jewish identity and experiences, raising alarms about privacy and the potential misuse of sensitive data. This situation underscores the escalating tensions surrounding academic governance and funding in U.S. higher education.

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Story summary

Barnard College is under the spotlight as the EEOC investigates allegations of antisemitism, igniting campus protests. Faculty members received unexpected surveys probing their Jewish identity and experiences, raising alarms about privacy and the potential misuse of sensitive data. This situation underscores the escalating tensions surrounding academic governance and funding in U.S. higher education.