Columbia's Acting President Criticized Antisemitism Hearing
Columbia University's acting president, Claire Shipman, previously dismissed a congressional hearing on campus antisemitism as "nonsense." This statement was made in a text message to the former university president last year. The comment has surfaced amid ongoing scrutiny of how universities are addressing antisemitism. The university has not yet issued a formal response to the disclosure.
Claire Shipman, the newly appointed acting president of Columbia University, is facing scrutiny after a text message surfaced where she described a congressional hearing on campus antisemitism as "nonsense." The message, sent to the university's former president last year, has ignited debate about the institution's commitment to addressing antisemitism. The hearing in question focused on the rise of antisemitic incidents on college campuses across the country. Critics argue that Shipman's comment reveals a dismissive attitude towards the concerns raised during the hearing. Columbia University has been under pressure to demonstrate its efforts in combating antisemitism and ensuring a safe environment for Jewish students. The university has not yet released an official statement regarding Shipman's remark. The incident comes at a sensitive time, as universities nationwide grapple with balancing free speech and protecting students from discrimination.