Yale University has opened its new Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) cultural suite. Leenah Safi has been appointed as its second Muslim chaplain. Safi began her role on Aug. 1. She brings a wealth of experience from various Muslim community organizations. The suite was inaugurated this past Tuesday. It offers a dedicated space for [&he...
Los Angeles, United States – AFP Pro-Palestinian protests spread to more college campuses in the United States on Thursday as police began to push back forcefully. Riot officers used chemical irritants and tasers at one university as administrators at some of the country’s most prestigious institutions battled to prevent occupation...
Austin, United States – AFP Spiraling pro-Palestinian protests that are rocking universities across the United States spread to more campuses Wednesday, triggering suggestions from a senior Republican leader that the National Guard could be brought in. The comments from House Speaker Mike Johnson are likely to evoke strong emotions in a ...
Pro-Palestinian demonstrations are sweeping across East Coast universities, with students at Yale University joining Columbia in solidarity by staging a sit-in. Yale’s administration cited safety concerns, leading to the arrest of 47 students. At New York University, protests continue against Israel’s war on Gaza and in support of...
New York, United States – AFP Classes at Columbia University were shifted online Monday as protests over Israel’s war on Gaza heightened tensions on US campuses and led to dozens of arrests at Yale University. A large group of demonstrators has established a “Gaza Solidarity Encampment” on lawns at Columbia, with some J...
