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MIT Commencement Erupts in Protests Over Class President Ban

5/31/2025

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During MIT's 2025 commencement, a wave of protest erupted as students rallied against the ban of class president Megha Vemuri, a passionate pro-Palestinian advocate. Chants of “Let Megha walk!” echoed as Chancellor Melissa Nobles spoke. Vemuri condemned the ban as excessive, while MIT stood firm, citing campus expression rules.

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During MIT's 2025 commencement, a wave of protest erupted as students rallied against the ban of class president Megha Vemuri, a passionate pro-Palestinian advocate. Chants of “Let Megha walk!” echoed as Chancellor Melissa Nobles spoke. Vemuri condemned the ban as excessive, while MIT stood firm, citing campus expression rules.