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A photo of protesters at UCLA.
A photo of protesters at UCLA.

A Tale of Three Protests

May 23, 2024

An encampment at UCLA sparked violence, while Rutgers and Northwestern reached deals with protesters. Now the leaders of all three institutions must answer to Congress.

Photo illustration showing scenes of campus protests, police and Virginia Foxx, chair of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Photo illustration showing scenes of campus protests, police and Virginia Foxx, chair of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

College Leaders Testify on Capitol Hill

May 23, 2024

A House committee questioned the presidents of Northwestern and Rutgers universities and the chancellor of UCLA about their responses to campus antisemitism and student protests. Inside Higher Ed’s live coverage of the hearing is here.

George Washington University graduates holding a sign with the words “Dive$t Now.”
George Washington University graduates holding a sign with the words “Dive$t Now.”

What Makes Current Divestment Demands Different

May 21, 2024

Student appeals for colleges to stop investing in firms that support Israel’s war effort are complicated by state laws, political risks and global market complexities.

A photo illustration of Mike Lee and Sonoma State University.
A photo illustration of Mike Lee and Sonoma State University.

Sonoma State President on Leave After Protest Agreement

May 17, 2024

Mike Lee was disciplined after striking a deal with student protesters. The agreement included an unusual embrace of an academic boycott of Israeli universities.