Wayne State University Shifts to Remote Classes Amid Campus Encampment
Protests demanding divestment from Israel lead to safety concerns and operational changes at Detroit university.
- Wayne State University transitions to remote operations due to an anti-Israel encampment on campus.
- The encampment began last week, with protesters demanding the university divest from Israel.
- University officials have repeatedly asked protesters to dismantle the encampment, but they have refused.
- Concerns over public safety, including blocked walkways and combustible materials, prompted the decision.
- All on-campus events are canceled, and critical infrastructure workers are expected to report to campus.