Overview

• Logan Rozos, a student speaker at NYU's Gallatin School graduation, criticized Israel's actions in Gaza and U.S. support, describing them as genocide, during his commencement speech.
• NYU accused Rozos of violating pre-approved speech guidelines and announced it would withhold his diploma while pursuing disciplinary actions.
• The speech, which received both cheers and boos, has drawn polarized reactions, with the Anti-Defamation League condemning it and the Council on American-Islamic Relations defending Rozos's remarks.
• The incident highlights broader tensions over pro-Palestinian activism, free speech, and federal pressures on universities to address alleged antisemitism.
• NYU has faced criticism for its handling of similar protests, with recent policy changes and disciplinary actions reflecting donor and political influences.