'No question': Columbia University warns Trump move will have 'immediate' impact
3 weeks ago

'No question': Columbia University warns Trump move will have 'immediate' impact

Raw Story  

Columbia University officials warned late Friday that the Trump administration's cancellation of $400 million in federal grants and contracts to the institution will certainly impact its students, faculty, staff and even patients. "There is no question that the cancellation of these funds will immediately impact research and other critical functions of the University, impacting students, faculty, staff, research, and patient care," warned Armstrong. Armstrong acknowledged that Friday's announcement will "undoubtedly create anxiety and concern," and said its impact will "touch nearly every corner of the University." Armstrong said the university "needed to acknowledge and repair" the damage to its Jewish students, who were "targeted, harassed, and made to feel unsafe or unwelcome."

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Columbia University’s interim president resigns amid Trump's crackdown
18 hours, 45 minutes ago

Columbia University’s interim president resigns amid Trump's crackdown

Firstpost  

Columbia University’s interim president, Katrina Armstrong, has resigned and returned to her previous role at the university’s medical centre. Reuters/Representational Image Columbia University’s interim president, Katrina Armstrong, has resigned and returned to her role at the university’s medical centre. “As I planned when I took on this interim position, and with the support of the Board of Trustees, I am …

Is Trump threat to Columbia a warning for other universities to get their act together?
4 days, 10 hours ago

Is Trump threat to Columbia a warning for other universities to get their act together?

Firstpost  

Earlier this month, the US government set a precondition as it pulled back research grants. To have the funding back on, federal officials last week demanded the university immediately enact nine separate reforms to its academic and security policies People walk through Columbia University campus on the first day of the new semester in New York City, US, September 3, …

Columbia University caved to Trump. It’s far from alone.
5 days, 2 hours ago

Columbia University caved to Trump. It’s far from alone.

Slate  

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. On Friday, Columbia University, which was hit with $400 million in cuts to its federal funding as punishment for its pro-Palestine student protests, acquiesced to the administration’s demands—to ban masks, hire security officers authorized to arrest students, and cede …

Columbia University makes several policy changes amid dispute over federal funds
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5 days, 21 hours ago

Columbia University makes several policy changes amid dispute over federal funds

India Today  

Columbia University has been in the news for the past few weeks after the Trump administration's announcement of the immediate withdrawal of $400 million in federal funding from the university. As reported by the BBC, a joint statement from four federal agencies accused Columbia University of displaying "continued inaction in the face of persistent harassment of Jewish students." However, the …

Education secretary says Columbia University's changes put it on track to recover funding
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6 days, 4 hours ago

Education secretary says Columbia University's changes put it on track to recover funding

Hindustan Times  

NEW YORK — U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon said Columbia University is “on the right track” toward recovering federal funding after the elite New York City university agreed to implement a host of policy changes demanded by the Trump administration. Education secretary says Columbia University's changes put it on track to recover funding Appearing on CNN's “State of the Union” …

Columbia University agrees to sweeping policy changes after Trump freezes $400 million funding
1 week ago

Columbia University agrees to sweeping policy changes after Trump freezes $400 million funding

Firstpost  

Columbia University has agreed to major policy changes following pressure from the Trump administration, which had frozen $400 million in funding over the school’s handling of campus protests. The university will revise its Middle East studies department’s oversight, tighten protest rules, and adopt a new definition of antisemitism to comply with federal demands. Columbia University agreed on Friday to change …

Columbia agrees to few Trump demands after $400 mn funding freeze, says ‘will adopt a new definition of antisemitism’
1 week ago

Columbia agrees to few Trump demands after $400 mn funding freeze, says ‘will adopt a new definition of antisemitism’

Live Mint  

Columbia University has agreed to some of Trump administration's demand after it froze $400 million in federal funding to the school. Last week, the federal government urged the school to place the department under “academic receivership.” It also called for an overhaul of international recruiting and admissions for both undergraduate and graduate programmes. “But demonstrations and other protest activities that …

Columbia University agrees to sweeping policy changes amid Trump's ultimatum
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1 week ago

Columbia University agrees to sweeping policy changes amid Trump's ultimatum

India Today  

Facing intense pressure from the Trump administration, Columbia University has agreed to implement a series of policy changes after the administration threatened to revoke federal funding worth USD 400 million, including research grants and other financial support. Earlier this month, the Trump administration withdrew USD 400 million in research grants and other funding, citing concerns over the university's handling of …

How Columbia gave in to Trump’s demands to get its $400m funding back
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1 week ago

How Columbia gave in to Trump’s demands to get its $400m funding back

Al Jazeera  

The New York university’s federal funding was revoked last month over allegations of ‘antisemitic harassment’ on campus. Columbia University has agreed to a list of demands laid down by United States President Donald Trump in return for negotiations to reinstate its $400m federal funding which he revoked last month citing “a failure to protect Jewish students from antisemitic harassment”. In …

Columbia, at risk of losing federal funds, yields to Trump
1 week ago

Columbia, at risk of losing federal funds, yields to Trump

Salon  

Columbia University said Friday it has agreed to the Trump administration's demands that it overhaul rules on campus protests, student discipline and more in exchange for restoring $400 million in federal funding. The university — accused of failing to fight antisemitism amid pro-Palestinian protests — agreed to take on a formal definition of antisemitism that could include “targeting Jews or …

‘What a travesty’: Outrage as Columbia University 'surrenders' to Trump's $400M threat
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1 week ago

‘What a travesty’: Outrage as Columbia University 'surrenders' to Trump's $400M threat

Raw Story  

Columbia University on Friday gave into demands from the Trump administration when it agreed to a sweeping set of changes in order to restore $400 million in federal funding suspended earlier this month, according to media reports. “And the irony is that they're saying they want to take politics out of universities the radical left has taken over, but they …

Under threat from Donald Trump, Columbia University agrees to policy changes
1 week ago

Under threat from Donald Trump, Columbia University agrees to policy changes

The Hindu  

Under threat from the Trump administration, Columbia University has agreed to implement a suite of policy changes, including overhauling its rules for protests and conducting an immediate review of its Middle Eastern studies department. The changes, detailed in a letter sent by interim president, Katrina Armstrong, came one week after the Trump administration ordered the Ivy League school to implement …

Under threat from Trump, Columbia University agrees to policy changes
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1 week ago

Under threat from Trump, Columbia University agrees to policy changes

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Under threat from the Trump administration, Columbia University agreed to implement a suite of policy changes Friday, including overhauling its rules for protests and conducting an immediate review of its Middle Eastern studies department. The changes, detailed in a letter sent by interim president, Katrina Armstrong, came one week after the Trump administration ordered the Ivy League …

Jewish Academics Slam Trump Attack On Columbia
1 week, 2 days ago

Jewish Academics Slam Trump Attack On Columbia

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Hundreds of Jewish professors, scholars and students have signed a letter condemning the Trump administration for canceling $400 million in federal funding to Columbia University and threatening other universities. “Moreover, destroying universities in the name of Jews risks making Jews in particular less safe by setting them up to be scapegoats.” Among other things, the Trump administration …

'Significant moment': Report claims Columbia Uni close to giving in to Trump $400M threat
1 week, 3 days ago

'Significant moment': Report claims Columbia Uni close to giving in to Trump $400M threat

Raw Story  

Columbia University could be close to giving in to President Donald Trump's demand that it enact certain measures aimed to combat anti-semitism on campus or lose $400 million in federal funding, according to reporting in The Wall Street Journal. The demands include "banning masks, empowering campus cops and putting the school’s department of Middle East, South Asian and African Studies …

Under pressure from Trump, Columbia plans its next move with other colleges watching closely
1 week, 3 days ago

Under pressure from Trump, Columbia plans its next move with other colleges watching closely

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Confronted with huge cuts to its funding, Columbia University’s leaders face a grim decision: They can yield to the Trump administration’s demands over allegations of antisemitism — ceding extraordinary control to the federal government — or they can fight back, potentially risking even more debilitating cuts in an escalating clash. Several law scholars said the school could make …

Trump treatment of Columbia puts U.S. universities on edge
1 week, 4 days ago

Trump treatment of Columbia puts U.S. universities on edge

Raw Story  

Hit by massive funding cuts and a crackdown on student protesters, Columbia University is under fire from US President Donald Trump, putting the world of higher education on tenterhooks. "We can be sure that the other 60 higher education institutions that have been targeted for a perceived failure to comply with federal mandates are paying close attention to Columbia's response." …

‘They need to see the institutions experiencing pain’
2 weeks ago

‘They need to see the institutions experiencing pain’

Politico  

Even when politicians and conservative activists poke fun at the liberal bent on college campuses, scores of scientists and other academics testify on Capitol Hill, get appointed to federal commissions, advise government officials and receive bipartisan praise for their expertise on key issues. “The federal government’s actions last Friday relate directly to Columbia’s failure to protect Jewish students’ civil rights, …

Columbia punishes protesters amid federal cuts over ‘anti-Semitism’ concerns
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Columbia punishes protesters amid federal cuts over ‘anti-Semitism’ concerns

The Hindu  

Columbia University on Thursday said it had doled out a range of punishments to students who occupied a campus building last spring during pro-Palestinian protests. The university said in a statement on Thursday that its "judicial board determined findings and issued sanctions to students ranging from multi-year suspensions, temporary degree revocations, and expulsions related to the occupation of Hamilton Hall …

Trump Administration Issues Columbia An Ultimatum To Restore Federal Funding
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump Administration Issues Columbia An Ultimatum To Restore Federal Funding

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The Trump administration on Thursday pressured Columbia University to make several major reforms, describing its demands as a “precondition” for potentially restoring the university’s federal funding, as more federal agents showed up on its campus to search two student rooms. In a letter addressed to interim President Katrina Armstrong, the administration said it was following up to …

Turmoil rocks Columbia University as Trump administration demands changes — or else
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Turmoil rocks Columbia University as Trump administration demands changes — or else

NPR  

Turmoil rocks Columbia University as Trump administration demands changes — or else toggle caption Jason DeCrow/AP The Trump administration delivered an ultimatum to leaders of Columbia University on Thursday, threatening to end a portion of its federal funding unless the school implements strong controls over an international studies department and makes significant changes to student discipline standards and other university …

Trump demands major changes in Columbia's academic policies in extraordinary ultimatum
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump demands major changes in Columbia's academic policies in extraordinary ultimatum

India Today  

The Trump administration has delivered an extraordinary ultimatum to Columbia University, threatening to permanently end federal funding to the school unless it cedes control of an international studies department and implements sweeping changes to other campus policies. In a letter sent Thursday night, federal officials said the university must immediately place its Middle Eastern, South Asian, and African Studies Department …

White House pressures Columbia University as it seeks to deport pro-Palestinian activists
2 weeks, 3 days ago

White House pressures Columbia University as it seeks to deport pro-Palestinian activists

The Hindu  

The White House complained Tuesday that Columbia University is refusing to help federal agents find people being sought as part of the government’s effort to deport participants in pro-Palestinian demonstrations, as the administration continued to punish the school by yanking federal research dollars. In a briefing with reporters in Washington, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said federal authorities have …

White House pressures university as it seeks to deport pro-Palestinian activists
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

White House pressures university as it seeks to deport pro-Palestinian activists

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The White House complained Tuesday that Columbia University is refusing to help federal agents find people being sought as part of the government’s effort to deport participants in pro-Palestinian demonstrations, as the administration continued to punish the school by yanking federal research dollars. In a briefing with reporters in Washington, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said …

Will international students at US universities now face deportation for protesting?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Will international students at US universities now face deportation for protesting?

Firstpost  

The Trump administration has revoked $400 million in federal grants from Columbia University, citing the institution’s failure to prevent anti-Semitic harassment on campus. Additionally, the government has warned that any educational institution allowing ‘illegal protests’ could face funding cuts, while international students participating in pro-Palestine demonstrations may face deportation, visa revocations or legal action Demonstrators protest outside the main gates …

Donald Trump administration stops $400 million grant to Columbia University over pro-Palestine protests - key points
3 weeks ago

Donald Trump administration stops $400 million grant to Columbia University over pro-Palestine protests - key points

Live Mint  

The Donald Trump administration has moved to junk federal grants and contracts worth $400 million to Columbia University, citing complaints made by Jewish students on antisemitism since the attack of Hamas on Israel. A joint task force of federal agencies on Friday said that the move was the first round of action against educational institutions for not addressing antisemitism moves …

Trump Scraps Grants, Contracts Worth $400 Million To Columbia University Over 'Failure To Curb Antisemitism'
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3 weeks ago

Trump Scraps Grants, Contracts Worth $400 Million To Columbia University Over 'Failure To Curb Antisemitism'

ABP News  

The Trump administration on Friday said that it would cancel approximately $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University 'due to the school’s continued inaction in the face of persistent harassment of Jewish students.' United States | The Trump administration announced the immediate cancellation of approximately $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia University due to the school’s …

Trump pulls $400 million in grants to Columbia University over Gaza protests
3 weeks ago

Trump pulls $400 million in grants to Columbia University over Gaza protests

India Today  

US President Donald Trump's administration said it had cancelled grants and contracts totaling $400 million to Columbia University because of what it described as antisemitic harassment on and near the school's New York City campus. "Cancelling these taxpayer funds is our strongest signal yet that the Federal Government is not going to be party to an educational institution like Columbia …

Columbia University becomes first to lose $400 million in federal funds over campus antisemitism
3 weeks ago

Columbia University becomes first to lose $400 million in federal funds over campus antisemitism

India Today  

NEW YORK: The Trump administration said Friday that it’s pulling $400 million from Columbia University, canceling grants and contracts because of what the government describes as the Ivy League school’s failure to squelch antisemitism on campus. “We take Columbia’s legal obligations seriously and understand how serious this announcement is and are committed to combatting antisemitism and ensuring the safety and …

Trump administration cuts $400M in Columbia University funding over disputed anti-Semitism claims
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3 weeks ago

Trump administration cuts $400M in Columbia University funding over disputed anti-Semitism claims

New Indian Express  

NEW YORK: The Trump administration said Friday that it's pulling $400 million from Columbia University, canceling grants and contracts because of what the government describes as the Ivy League school's failure to squelch antisemitism on campus. The notice came five days after federal agencies announced they were considering orders to stop work on $51 million in contracts with the New …

Trump cuts $400 mn from Columbia University over anti-Semitism claims
3 weeks ago

Trump cuts $400 mn from Columbia University over anti-Semitism claims

Raw Story  

by Gregory WALTON President Donald Trump's administration said Friday it was cutting $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University, accusing it of failing to protect Jewish students from harassment as protesters rallied against Israel's offensive in Gaza. Four government agencies announced in a statement "the immediate cancellation of approximately $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia University …

US cancels $400 million in grants, contracts to Columbia University over antisemitism allegations
3 weeks, 1 day ago

US cancels $400 million in grants, contracts to Columbia University over antisemitism allegations

Firstpost  

US President Donald Trump’s administration has canceled grants and contracts totaling $400 million to Columbia University in New York City due to “inaction in the face of persistent harassment of Jewish students,” the General Services Administration said on Friday A view of the main campus of Columbia University in New York, on October 5, 2009. Reuters File US President Donald …

Trump administration cancels $400M in grants and contracts with Columbia University
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump administration cancels $400M in grants and contracts with Columbia University

Associated Press  

▶ Follow live updates on President Donald Trump and his new administration. NEW YORK — The Trump administration said Friday that it’s pulling $400 million from Columbia University, canceling grants and contracts because of what the government describes as the Ivy League school’s failure to squelch antisemitism on campus. “We take Columbia’s legal obligations seriously and understand how serious this …

Trump administration cancels $400 million in federal dollars for Columbia University
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump administration cancels $400 million in federal dollars for Columbia University

NPR  

Trump administration cancels $400 million in federal dollars for Columbia University toggle caption Alex Kent/Getty Images The Trump administration says it has canceled $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia University over what it described as the school's failure to police antisemitism on campus. In a statement to NPR, a Columbia spokesperson said the school was reviewing the …

Trump administration cancels $400 million in grants and contracts with Columbia University
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump administration cancels $400 million in grants and contracts with Columbia University

LA Times  

The Trump administration said Friday that it’s pulling $400 million from Columbia University, canceling grants and contracts because of what the government describes as the Ivy League school’s failure to squelch antisemitism on campus. On Tuesday, President Trump declared on his social media platform that “All Federal Funding will STOP for any College, School, or University that allows illegal protests.” …

Trump vowed to leverage federal money to fight antisemitism. He’s starting at Columbia
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Trump vowed to leverage federal money to fight antisemitism. He’s starting at Columbia

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Columbia University has become the first target in President Donald Trump’scampaign to cut federal money to colleges accused of tolerating antisemitism amid the Israel-Hamas war. Education Secretary Linda McMahon, confirmed Monday by the Senate, said in the announcement that Columbia appears to have failed in its duty to protect Jewish students from discrimination, raising “very serious questions about …

U.S. mulls Columbia University funding cuts over anti-Semitism row
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

U.S. mulls Columbia University funding cuts over anti-Semitism row

The Hindu  

The U.S. government said it was considering scrapping more than $50 million in contracts with New York's Columbia University over allegations it failed to protect Jewish students. The protests that roiled Columbia and other U.S. schools culminated in Congress grilling higher education leaders about accusations of anti-Semitism and whether enough was being done to keep Jewish students safe. "Given Columbia's …

Trump Wages Trade War As Government Shutdown Looms: Live Updates
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Trump Wages Trade War As Government Shutdown Looms: Live Updates

Huff Post  

The Trump administration announced Friday its plan to cut $400 million in federal grants and contracts to New York City’s Columbia University, alleging the school has failed to protect Jewish students on campus. Columbia made international news when peaceful student protesters took over common areas to protest Israel’s war on the Gaza Strip that began in October 2023 and only …

Columbia University president who called police on pro-Palestinian protesters resigns
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Columbia University president who called police on pro-Palestinian protesters resigns

Salon  

Columbia University President Nemat Minouche Shafik announced her resignation in an email on Wednesday evening, leaving the university after a nearly two-year stint plagued by student protests and a highly criticized police crackdown. Shafik, who oversaw the university’s response to solidarity encampments and other protests related to Israel’s assault on Gaza, which the Gaza Health Ministry operating under Hamas' government …

Columbia University president resigns after turmoil, clashes over Israel-Hamas war
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Columbia University president resigns after turmoil, clashes over Israel-Hamas war

LA Times  

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik has resigned after a brief, tumultuous tenure that saw the head of the prestigious New York university face heavy scrutiny for her handling of protests and campus divisions over the Israel-Hamas war. “Over the summer, I have been able to reflect and have decided that my moving on at this point would best enable Columbia …

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