Columbia University punishes students who took over building during anti-Israel protests
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Columbia University on Monday finally disciplined more than 70 students for their involvement in unruly pro-Palestine demonstrations that took place on campus several months ago, sources revealed to Fox News Tuesday.

The “disruptions,” which Columbia also referred to as “high-volume events,” included the May 7 riots at Butler Library, an encampment during Alumni Weekend in spring 2024, and three other chaotic events in spring 2024.

Fox News learned two-thirds of the more than 70 students were expelled or suspended, according to sources.

Anti-Israel protest on Columbia University campus

Students participate in a protest in support of Palestine and for free speech outside the Columbia University campus on November 15, 2023, in New York City. The university suspended two student organizations, Students for Justice in Palestine and Jewish Voices for Peace, for violating university policies. The tense atmosphere at many college campuses has increased as student groups, activists and others have protested both in support of Israel and Palestine. (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

An unfounded investigation claimed he “repeatedly harassed and intimidated” students during an Oct. 7 anniversary protest in 2024, prompting his suspension. 

The administration also allegedly banned him from the school’s main campus in April 2024 after he coordinated a pro-Israel demonstration against anti-Israel protesters.

Columbia leadership emphasized “respect for each other,” noting disruptions to academic activities are in violation of university policies and rules.

“Such violations will necessarily generate consequences,” the school wrote. “The speed with which our updated UJB system has offered an equitable resolution to the community and students involved is a testament to the hard work of this institution to improve its processes.”

Fox News Digital’s Lindsay Kornick contributed to this report.

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