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Columbia alumni rip up diplomas to protest activist Mahmoud Khalil’s arrest

Group of Sipa graduates demonstrate against government’s jailing of graduate student, who spoke up for Palestinians

The Guardian - US

Who Is Claire Shipman: Award-Winning Reporter Takes Helm At Columbia As Campus Crisis Deepens

Claire Shipman, an award-winning journalist and Columbia alumna, has been appointed acting president of Columbia University following Katrina Armstrong's resignation amid political pressure and a £320 million funding crisis.

International Business Times UK

Columbia President Katrina Armstrong steps down amid Trump threats, marking second shake-up since 2024

The University remains in negotiations with Trump administration over restoring access to $400 million in federal funds

The Independent UK

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Don’t just blame Trump – Democrats paved the way for this campus crackdown

Both parties are responsible for the mess facing Columbia and other institutions. It’s time for their leaders to take a stand

The Guardian - US

US arrests second student over Columbia University pro-Palestinian activism

The Trump administration has compared student protests at the New York school to support for ‘terrorist’ activities.

Al Jazeera

Pro-Palestine Columbia student arrested: Can Trump silence campus protests?

A high-profile arrest and deportation move follows a funding cut for Columbia. But what does the law say?

Al Jazeera

Activists back US professor ‘forced’ from Columbia over Palestine advocacy

Katherine Franke says she was forced to retire over her views critical of Israel’s treatment of Palestinians.

Al Jazeera

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Cabinet secretary contenders: who could be next top UK civil servant?

Ofcom chief executive Melanie Dawes and Brexit negotiator Olly Robbins could be among names in frame for key role

The Guardian - UK

Starmer urged to appoint ‘mould-breaking’ outsider as civil service head

Allies say Simon Case’s replacement must drive through change, amid internal battles over appointment

The Guardian - UK

As students return to Columbia, the epicenter of a campus protest movement braces for disruption

Columbia University, the epicenter of a last spring's campus movement against Israel's war in Gaza, is bracing for the return of protests this semester

The Independent UK

‘A police state’: US universities impose rules to avoid repeat of Gaza protests

Students, faculty and advocates warn of chilling effect on free speech as schools across US introduce restrictions

The Guardian - US

College Administrators Prepare For Resurgence Of Gaza War Activism

U.S. colleges prepare for potential activism against Gaza war as recent controversies shape campus dynamics.

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Columbia University President Minouche Shafik Steps Down

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigns amid campus protests, Dr. Katrina Armstrong appointed as interim president. University focuses on aca...

The Independent UK

The president of Columbia University has resigned, effective immediately

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik has resigned after a brief, tumultuous tenure

The Independent UK

Columbia University president Minouche Shafik resigns after year of protests over Israel-Hamas war

Year-long tenure was defined by chaotic response to protests over Israel-Hamas war and resignation of top officials

The Guardian - US

Columbia University president Minouche Shafik resigns in wake of Gaza protests

Shafik, criticized for handling of student demonstrations, says ‘this period has taken a considerable toll on my family’

The Independent UK

Columbia University deans resign after sending disparaging text messages with ‘antisemitic tropes’

The text messages were exchanged while Jewish campus leaders discussed their concerns about antisemitism at the New York school

Al Jazeera

Columbia University ousts 3 deans over texts with ‘anti-Semitic tropes’

US university says it will introduce a ‘vigorous’ anti-discrimination training programme after the incident.

The Independent UK

3 Columbia University officials lose posts over texts that 'touched on ancient antisemitic tropes'

Columbia University has removed three administrators from their positions and will keep them on indefinite leave after finding that text messages they exchanged during a campus discussion about Jewish life “touched on ancient antisemitic tropes.”

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