Antisemitism Reports Surge 700% on College Campuses

Antisemitism has seen a dramatic rise in recent years, particularly in the United States, with incidents increasing by up to 900% since 2014 and a notable surge on college campuses following the Israel-Hamas conflict in 2023. Jewish students have reported a sharp increase in antisemitic acts, such as hate speech and vandalism, leading campus and community leaders to denounce these acts and emphasize that antisemitism remains a serious and present threat. The persistence and pervasiveness of antisemitism are being recognized both in traditional Jewish thought and in contemporary debates, with some viewing it as a deeply rooted, systemic issue that resurfaces in different forms across time and contexts. Public discussions, including those on national media, highlight disagreements regarding the sources and responses to antisemitism, with some commentators calling for stronger institutional action to protect Jewish students. These developments have left many in the Jewish community feeling increasingly vulnerable and disillusioned about the progress made against bigotry in previous decades. The collective response from Jewish organizations and allies stresses the need for vigilance and solidarity in confronting this enduring problem.