U.S. Universities Begin Divestment from Israel Following Student Protests
Several major universities are revising investment policies to exclude firms linked to human rights abuses in Israel, marking a significant shift in campus activism.
- Sacramento State leads with a new investment directive against firms profiting from genocide and ethnic cleansing, following intense student protests.
- Columbia University contrasts with its harsh police response, while others like Brown and Rutgers engage in dialogues on investment transparency.
- University of California, Riverside commits to transparency in investments, reflecting a broader trend of universities addressing ethical investment concerns.
- Evergreen State College and Northwestern University make concrete changes in investment policies after student-led encampments.
- The movement draws parallels to historical divestment campaigns, signaling a potential shift in university policies nationwide.