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UofT under fire over ‘Bridging Theories of Anti-Zionism’ working group

UofT’s new ‘Bridging Theories of Anti-Zionism’ working group has sparked debate over academic inquiry, antisemitism and campus protections for Jewish students.

Webpage, The University of Toronto (UofT)   Jackman Humanities Institute working group titled "Bridging Theories of Anti-Zionism.
Israeli-Arab students and activists protest against a bill that would ban waving Palestinian flags at Israeli universities, at the Tel Aviv University, May 28, 2023.

Adalah clashes with Israeli universities over alleged discrimination against Arabs after Oct. 7

The United States House of Representatives hold a candleight vigil for Israel outside the U.S. Capitol in Washington Friday, 13th October 2023, 02:45

US Reps announce new caucus focused on combatting antisemitism on campuses

 People walk on the grounds of the University of Toronto in Toronto, Ontario

New report flags widespread failures in Canadian universities’ antisemitism response


Northwestern University to pay US gov’t $75 million after antisemitism allegations

The deal with Northwestern was the second-highest payout since the Trump administration began investigating antisemitism in academic institutions, according to the New York Times.

Signs are displayed in front of Deering Meadow, where an encampment of students are protesting in support of Palestinians, during the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, at Northwestern University campus in Evanston, Illinois, US. April 25, 2024

Olwen Fouéré rejects honorary doctorate from University of Galway due to Israeli ties - report

Fouéré, known for roles in "The Crown", "Derry Girls", and "Fantastic Beasts", became the second entertainment figure from Ireland to reject the honor this week after filmmaker Margo Harkin.

Olwen Fouere attends the premiere of "The Survivalist" during the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival at Chelsea Bow Tie Cinemas on April 16, 2015 in New York City.

AI will transform higher education and employment - is Israel ready?

AI will change the lives of mankind forever. But could it be that nothing is being done by Israelis, academics or even the government, to prepare?

THE AI revolution is driven by the ability to perform human-level tasks – reshaping industries.

Jewish groups at Penn sound alarm over federal lawsuit seeking information on Jewish employees

The subpoena sought contact information for Jewish employees who had filed a discrimination complaint, belonged to Jewish groups on campus, or were part of the school’s Jewish studies program.

A view from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on April 18, 2025.

Cornell student union voting on BDS resolution backing 'resisting' by 'any means'

If the referendum passes, CGSU-UE would commit to undertaking " political education about the Palestinian struggle for liberation and its connection to our working conditions at Cornell."

Pro-Palestine encampment stands at Cornell University on April 29, 2024.

With students shifting their study habits, this Jewish university is embracing smart AI adoption

Touro University is embracing AI across its programs, while balancing innovation with ethical considerations rooted in Jewish values.

Dental students Benji Bloom, left, and Bryan Dovi Teigman working in a Touro simulation lab that uses cutting-edge AI-based technology.

How can NYC Jews feel safe in a city which voted against them? - opinion

Mamdani’s victory leaves Jewish New Yorkers questioning their place in the city, feeling that their existence, values, and connection to Israel are no longer safe from the political landscape

NEW YORK CITY mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, the day after Election Day earlier this month: ‘As I walked to school the morning after Mamdani was elected as the next mayor, something in the air felt different,’ the writer recalls.

Canadian NDP leader condemns IDF veteran lecture tour, draws criticism for overlooking violence

McPherson said, 'It is utterly unacceptable for Canadian universities to provide a platform to members of a military force that is committing genocide.'

 Protesters hold Palestinian flags during a rally to call for a ceasefire, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas in Gaza, on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada March 9, 2024.

Cornell University research funds to be restored in deal with Trump administration

Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff stressed his university had not been found in violation of US civil rights laws in any government investigations or compliance reviews.

 Cornell University's West Campus.

Vaunted Jewish studies program is upended by red-state politics over Israel in Indiana

Indiana University’s Jewish studies program has erupted into a bitter internal feud, pitting a new interim director against faculty and students.

Sample Gates on the campus of Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, June 3, 2010.