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University Graduations Disrupted by Pro-Palestine Protests

Graduation ceremonies across the U.S. face walkouts, protests, and heightened security amid ongoing Israel-Palestine tensions.

  • Columbia University canceled its main commencement ceremony due to security concerns from protests.
  • Protests at Duke University saw students walking out during Jerry Seinfeld's speech, chanting 'Free Palestine.'
  • Berkeley and Virginia Commonwealth University also experienced significant disruptions during their ceremonies.
  • Over 2,800 students and activists have been arrested nationwide for protest-related activities.
  • Universities have implemented increased security measures, including free speech zones and ticketing systems.
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