The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) on March 10 sent letters to 60 universities that they say are under investigation for Title VI violations related to antisemitic harassment and discrimination.
The move comes amid a broader push to address antisemitism on college campuses following a surge in incidents across the country, particularly after the Hamas attacks on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023.
According to the Department of Education, the 60 universities must provide uninterrupted access to campus facilities and educational opportunities for all students, including Jewish students.
“The Department is deeply disappointed that Jewish students studying on elite U.S. campuses continue to fear for their safety amid the relentless antisemitic eruptions that have severely disrupted campus life for more than a year. University leaders must do better,” said Secretary of Education Linda McMahon in a news release on March 10….
Department of Education Investigating 60 Universities for Antisemitism
