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President Minouche Shafik of Columbia University Steps Down Following Campus Turmoil During Israel-Hamas Conflict


Columbia University’s president, Nemat “Minouche” Shafik, announced her resignation after a little over a year due to months of criticism and protests on the Manhattan campus over the war in Gaza. Shafik faced criticism from both anti-war protesters and House Republicans for different reasons. Her decision to resign was due to the family toll caused by the turmoil and divergent views within the Columbia community.
Following the protests, Shafik requested the NYPD to clear encampments set up by demonstrators, leading to tensions on campus. In April, she faced questioning from a House committee about her handling of antisemitism on campus. Her resignation is effective immediately, and Katrina Armstrong was named the interim president. The university is concerned about the challenges ahead as classes resume, with a focus on proactive response to the protest movement. The student group Columbia Students for Justice in Palestine welcomed Shafik’s resignation, calling for future leadership to prioritize divestment from Israel.
Protests erupted at various U.S. college campuses following the attacks by Hamas against Israeli civilians and the subsequent war in Gaza. The resignation of university presidents amid criticism over handling of protests and antisemitism on campus has become a trend, with Shafik being the latest to step down. The university community hopes for strong leadership ahead to ensure safety and integrity on campus.

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