Palestinian students, faculty, and alumni have filed a lawsuit against Columbia University, claiming discrimination and alleging that the university created a "hostile campus climate." The lawsuit, submitted on August 12, 2026, in New York County court, includes allegations that the university unfairly targeted them with disciplinary investigations following the Hamas-led attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023. The plaintiffs consist of four students and one faculty member who argue that the university's actions were discriminatory.
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Palestinian Students and Faculty Sue Columbia University for Alleged Discrimination
A lawsuit has been filed against Columbia University by Palestinian students, faculty, and alumni, alleging discrimination and a hostile campus environment. The suit claims that the university targeted them with disciplinary actions after the Hamas-led attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023.
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