Barnard Expels Two Students After Class Disruption

Two Barnard College students were expelled for disrupting a 'History of Modern Israel' class at Columbia University by distributing anti-Israel flyers and chanting slogans. The protest, organized by Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD), has sparked plans for a week of protests by pro-Palestinian groups, criticizing the expulsions as a crackdown on student activism. Barnard College President Laura Rosenbury emphasized the importance of respecting academic integrity and community safety as reasons for the expulsions. This incident is part of a broader context of heightened tensions and protests on campus, previously ignited by demonstrations against Israel's actions. Columbia University has condemned calls for further disruptions and reiterated that CUAD is not recognized by the institution. The expulsions reflect increasing pressure from federal authorities to address activities perceived as antisemitic on campuses.