Story perspectives

Pomona College Settles Antisemitism Complaint, Enhances Campus Safety

12/15/2025

Summary

Story summary

Pomona College in California settled a civil rights complaint over antisemitism, adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition and hiring a compliance officer.
The complaint followed discrimination against Jewish students after Hamas's October 7, 2023 attacks in Israel.
A pro-Hamas group attempted to disrupt a Jewish event, leading to disciplinary actions against some students involved.
The college's president emphasized community involvement to address antisemitism and ensure campus safety.

1 of 1

Story summary

Pomona College in California settled a civil rights complaint over antisemitism, adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition and hiring a compliance officer.
The complaint followed discrimination against Jewish students after Hamas's October 7, 2023 attacks in Israel.
A pro-Hamas group attempted to disrupt a Jewish event, leading to disciplinary actions against some students involved.
The college's president emphasized community involvement to address antisemitism and ensure campus safety.