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[Taco Bell Tower]

It's happening guys. Some people I know are doing something. Obviously I'm not taking part but I'll definitely be taking credit for whatever it is they're up to.

https://www.resetera.com/threads/protests-at-columbia-university-continue-as-groups-on-both-sides-of-the-aisle-call-for-action-to-be-taken-university-shifts-to-hybrid-classes.851787/?post=122046087#post-122046087

I've posted about this on the main Israel/Palestine thread, but I have been at the encampment for the past few days, am involved in its organization, and I am happy to answer any questions regarding it.

https://www.resetera.com/threads/protests-at-columbia-university-continue-as-groups-on-both-sides-of-the-aisle-call-for-action-to-be-taken-university-shifts-to-hybrid-classes.851787/page-5?post=122133603#post-122133603

From what I have seen (though of course I'm only one student, and thus this isn't a complete, comprehensive view), the vast majority of antisemitic rhetoric and attacks have been propagated by outside actors, groups, and opportunists. While we are glad to have outside groups supporting us, the massive amount of protesters coming to our campus has presented real security risks due to certain individuals spreading hateful and bigoted remarks. As for the mood within campus, it's tense for sure but nowhere near as confrontational as the media is presenting with the footage of these outside protesters. Anyone involved in the encampment is encouraged not to engage with counter-protesters or police, and the lead organizers are extremely firm on ensuring people in the camp are safe from racist, xenophobic, or antisemitic rhetoric. There is a massive Jewish population within our camp, it's inconceivable that our organization would explicitly endorse antisemitism with their support.

Keep in mind this is a movement entirely run by students -- it's challenging to keep everyone in check during such a contentious time, but the lead organizers are truly trying their best and the encampment has been nothing but a compassionate, caring community for those dedicated to the cause

I'm still busy supporting the encampment, but I'll try to get back to other people's questions if anyone else has any.

https://www.resetera.com/threads/protests-at-columbia-university-continue-as-groups-on-both-sides-of-the-aisle-call-for-action-to-be-taken-university-shifts-to-hybrid-classes.851787/page-11?post=122281146#post-122281146

Yeah, student journalists were in the encampment this morning when the warnings were handed out - admin just eyed anyone in the encampment and is handing them warnings of disciplinary probation

CUAD and their legal advisors are working on whether they can actually stand or not - Minouche Shafik apparently superseded the wishes of the University Senate by declaring a state of emergency and the encampment as an existential threat that must be taken down by any means necessary

Insiders that we have thankfully indicated that NYPD isn't thinking of moving in within the evening, but of course the situation is always fluid

https://www.resetera.com/threads/protests-at-columbia-university-continue-as-groups-on-both-sides-of-the-aisle-call-for-action-to-be-taken-university-shifts-to-hybrid-classes.851787/page-11?post=122281191#post-122281191

It's so surreal to see these small student orgs now being listened to by the wider nation

I highly recommend listening to their coverage and reading Bwog's live updates on the situation

As always, if anyone has questions about the encampment I'm always open to answering

https://www.resetera.com/threads/protests-at-columbia-university-continue-as-groups-on-both-sides-of-the-aisle-call-for-action-to-be-taken-university-shifts-to-hybrid-classes.851787/page-11?post=122296083#post-122296083

We've been told no imminent arrests (at least for the next few hours).

And it's not Hamilton Hall, it's Hind's Hall now