Cornell Drops Kehlani From Slope Day Lineup

Cornell University canceled R&B singer Kehlani's scheduled Slope Day performance, citing concerns about alleged antisemitic and anti-Israel sentiments in her music and social media. University President Michael Kotlikoff stated that Kehlani's selection caused division within the campus and stressed Slope Day should be unifying for students. In a video response on social media, Kehlani rejected accusations of antisemitism, describing her stance as anti-genocide and critical of the Israeli government, not of Jewish people. She also referenced her collaborations with Jewish advocacy groups and labeled the recurring accusations as attempts to silence her activism. Kehlani characterized the cancellation as part of a pattern linked to her pro-Palestinian activism and urged recognition of the political motivations behind such decisions. The university is expected to announce a new performer for the event soon.