April 24, 2024 - US university protests (2024)

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Nearly 100 people arrested at USC, police say

From CNN's Elizabeth Wolfe and Josh Campbell

The Los Angeles Police Department said 93 people were arrested on suspicion of trespassing during Wednesday's demonstrations at the University of Southern California.

"The university is a private campus and the group had been violating some of their orders. It was a trespass at that point and we assisted with the arrests," Los Angeles Police Captain Kelly Muniz said during a briefing.

One person was also arrested for assault with a deadly weapon, Muniz said. She did not provide further details.

No protesters or officers have been reported injured, police said.

Some context: USC's Department of Public Safety ordered protesters gathering at the campus' Alumni Park Wednesday afternoon to disperse or face arrest for trespassing.

At one point during the demonstrations, tensions escalated as protesters refused to relocate and remove their tents and other prohibited items, a university official said.

The university closed its campus Wednesday evening as LAPD began arresting demonstrators.

12:52 a.m. ET, April 25, 2024

Negotiations at Columbia University unstable, organizers say

From CNN's Kathleen Magramo

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Negotiations between protesters and Columbia University officials about clearing the encampment on its lawn that had been extended for 48 hours have been “unstable," said Esha Karam, managing director of Columbia Daily Spectator, citing student organizers.

"We're about halfway through that extended deadline of 48 hours and we heard from organizers on the student front earlier today in a press conference who told us that the negotiations are ongoing so unstable at the moment," Karam told CNN.

There's still around another 24 hours to go until the extended deadline "but really after that, we don't really know where things are going,” Karam added.

House Speaker Mike Johnson called Wednesday for the resignation of the university’s president if she can't "bring order to this chaos."

Student reactions to calls for the college president's resignation have been mixed, Karam said.

She said there are “some who are willing to see hercontinue to lead and continueto work with her.”

11:12 p.m. ET, April 24, 2024

Cal Poly Humboldt campus to remain closed through weekend as protesters occupy buildings

From CNN’s Cindy Von Quednow

The California State Polytechnic University, Humboldtcampuswill remain closed through the weekend as protesters, including "unidentified non-students," continue to occupy two buildings, school officials said in anupdate.

Work and classes will remain remote, and officials are considering keeping the campus closed for longer.

“There are unidentified non-students with unknown intentions, in Siemens Hall,” the officials said.
“This creates an unpredictable environment. In addition, all entrances to the building are barricaded, creating a fire hazard. Adding to health and safety concerns, many toilets are no longer working.”

Other buildings on the campus in Arcata are at risk of being occupied, and protesters “have shown a willingness” to lock themselves in facilities and steal equipment, the officials said.

“Campus officials are communicating with protestors and continuing to encourage them to leave as soon as possible.”

Graffiti described as “hateful” has been painted on campus, the officials said.

“The University condemns in the strongest terms all forms of hatred, bigotry, and violence. Anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, hatred, and bigotry in all forms have no place at Cal Poly Humboldt.”

The university "supports free speech through open dialogue that is respectful and constructive," the officials said.

"That does not include behavior that involves destroying and damaging property, and disrupting students, faculty, and staff from learning, teaching, and working. Everyone deserves to be in an environment where everyone can feel safe, included, and respected.”
11:04 p.m. ET, April 24, 2024

Fox 7 photographer among those arrested at University of Texas at Austin

From CNN’s Joe Sutton

A photographer was among those arrested during clashes between protesters and law enforcement on the University of Texas at Austin campus on Wednesday.

Fox 7 reported that their photographer was detained and arrested.The station did not identify the employee.

In an eveningupdate, the Texas Department of Public Safety said that 34 arrests had been made by law enforcement on the campus as of 9 p.m.

CNN has contacted Texas DPS, UT Austin Police, and UT Austin for information on this arrest.

11:07 p.m. ET, April 24, 2024

Columbia University Board of Trustees voices support for embattled president

From CNN's Rob Frehse

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The Columbia University Board of Trustees released a statement Wednesday saying they strongly support President Minouche Shafik, who has faced calls for her resignation amid intense pressure to rein in days-long protests.

“The Columbia University Board of Trustees strongly supports President Shafik as she steers the university through this extraordinarily challenging time,” the board said in astatement Wednesday. “During the search process for this role, President Shafik told us that she would always take a thoughtful approach to resolving conflict, balancing the disparate voices that make up a vibrant campus like Columbia’s, while taking a firm stance against hatred, harassment and discrimination.”
“That's exactly what she's doing now,” the trustees added.

The board said it is "urgently working" with Shafik to resolve the unrest on campus and "rebuild the bonds of our community."

11:10 p.m. ET, April 24, 2024

UT Austin Police give "all clear" for dispersal order as authorities arrest more than 30 protesters

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The University of Texas at Austin Police Department said in a statement on X Wednesday evening that "the dispersal order at the South Mall has ended. All University rules are still in effect."

As of 9 p.m. CT, 34 arrests have been made by law enforcement on the UT Austin campus, according to an X post from the Texas Department of Public Safety.

11:54 p.m. ET, April 24, 2024

Muslim Public Affairs Council condemns calls for National Guard to be deployed against protesters

From CNN's Kathleen Magramo

Amid arrests of pro-Palestine protesters across universities, the Muslim Public Affairs Council condemned calls for the deployment of the National Guard, saying the “crackdown on students with an overwhelming militaristic force has set a dangerous precedent for university administrations nationwide.”

“The Muslim Public Affairs Council calls on the people of conscience, including faculty and leaders, to oppose threats to deploy the National Guard on the Gaza Solidarity Encampment at Columbia University, whose aim is to push back against the university’s continued financial investment in corporations that profit from Israeli apartheid, genocide, and occupation in Palestine,” the council said in a statement Wednesday.

MPAC urged for a reevaluation of strategies used to handle protests on campuses across the country and says it advocates for “approaches that emphasize de-escalation and address students’ concerns through constructive means rather than force and intimidation.”

In a previous statement on Tuesday, MPAC accused the White House of having double standards for issuing a response condemning violence and physical intimidation against Jewish students at Columbia University, but says the administration “consistently fails to extend the same sentiments to students who face repeated violence, intimidation, doxing, and harassment for their pro-Palestinian advocacy.”

10:49 p.m. ET, April 24, 2024

LAPD arrest about 50 protesters at USC

From CNN's Stephanie Becker and Nick Watt

The Los Angeles Police Department arrested approximately 50 protestors at the University of Southern California after campus police gave a dispersal order to demonstrators, according to a CNN crew at the scene.

Campus police announced earlier that anyone who stayed in the area would be subject to criminal trespass laws.

Video from the scene showed protestors not resisting arrest as LAPD handcuffed them with zip ties and escorted them away from the ongoing protest.

April 24, 2024 - US university protests (2024)

FAQs

Why are UT students protesting? ›

The Palestine Solidarity Committee, a registered UT student group and a chapter of the national Students for Justice in Palestine, planned a protest Wednesday at the UT campus in solidarity with students across the U.S., including at Columbia University, Yale University and New York University, who are calling for an ...

What is the USC protesting about? ›

USC cancels main graduation ceremony over concerns about pro-Palestinian protests. The University of Southern California canceled its main stage graduation ceremony Thursday as college officials across the U.S. worried that ongoing campus protests against the Israel-Hamas war could disrupt May commencement ceremonies.

What is UCLA protesting? ›

USA TODAY. 1:48. "Physical altercations" occurred Sunday on the UCLA campus when demonstrators breached a security barrier set up to keep people protesting the Israeli war in Gaza separate from counterprotesters, the school said in a statement.

What colleges protested the Vietnam War? ›

At the University of California Berkeley starting in 1964, students protested the university's limits on political activities and free speech during the civil rights movement and Vietnam-war era.

Why are there protests at the USC? ›

There is growing tension at Columbia University amid the pro-Palestinian protests on the New York campus. Student protesters against Israel's assault on Gaza are demanding Columbia cut all financial ties with Israel. "It's pretty disheartening to see all this on campus.

What happened at UT Austin? ›

State troopers arrest protesters at UT Austin during a pro-Palestinian walkout and demonstration Wednesday. Students arrested at UT Austin this week will be allowed back on campus for any purpose, a university spokesperson said, reversing earlier statements.

Why is the USC canceling their graduation? ›

The University of Southern California has canceled its main graduation ceremony amid ongoing campus protests against the war in Gaza. The cancellation also follows controversy surrounding the university's decision to prevent its pro-Palestine valedictorian from speaking during the commencement ceremony.

Why are people protesting at Columbia University? ›

The protesters at Columbia have been demanding the school cut ties with Israeli academic institutions and disinvest from Israel-linked entities, as the death toll climbs from Israel's bombardment of Gaza. Protesters at other campuses have similar demands.

Why did USC get banned? ›

Background. Probes by both USC and the NCAA found that football star Reggie Bush, the 2005 Heisman Trophy winner, and basketball star O. J. Mayo had effectively forfeited their amateur status (in Mayo's case, before he ever played a game for USC) by accepting gifts from agents.

What are Stanford students protesting? ›

Stanford students erect encampment to protest Israel's attacks on Gaza, demand university divestment - CBS San Francisco.

How many students does UCLA reject? ›

Because UCLA admissions accepted 12,844 students out of a total of 149,815 applicants, their acceptance rate for 2022 was 8.57%, which rounds up to 9%. There is no single formula for how to get into UCLA—the UCLA acceptance rate is just one factor in the overall UCLA admissions process.

Does UCLA favor in state students? ›

As a public institution, we prioritize admission for California residents. However, all of our campuses offer admission to out-of-state students.

What happened at Kent State University? ›

The Kent State shootings (also known as the May 4 massacre and the Kent State massacre) were the killing of four and wounding of nine unarmed college students by the Ohio National Guard on the Kent State University campus.

Which celebrities protested the Vietnam War? ›

This article explores the FTA (or Free the Army) show, a touring antiwar performance led by Hollywood actors Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland in 1971. FTA sought to support antiwar GIs who, by the early 1970s, constituted a GI movement opposed to the Vietnam War.

What college protested the US invasion of Cambodia? ›

Ohio University. On May 4, 1970, an estimated 3,000 Ohio University (OU) students met to discuss the possibility of a peaceful strike on the Athens campus in response to the invasion of Cambodia and the Kent State shootings. 2,500 students voted in favor of the strike.

Why was there a protest at UT Austin? ›

The arrests occurred during a chaotic demonstration at UT-Austin, where more than 500 students walked out of class to demand that the university divest from manufacturers supplying Israel weapons on its strikes on Gaza.

What was the student protest movement? ›

Overview. The student movement arose to demand free speech on college campuses, but as the US involvement in the Vietnam war expanded, the war became the main target of student-led protests.

What percentage of UT students are white? ›

University of Texas. UT students in fall 2022: White - 34.60% Hispanic/Latinx - 24.80%

Does UT Austin reject in state students? ›

UT Austin is one of the few universities in the country that has an Auto-Admit policy for all in-State Texans who are in the Top 6% of applicants and by Texas law, they have to fill at least 75% of the seats available before opening up admissions to out of state or those who didn't meet the Top 6% cutoff.

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