Hillary Clinton Interrupted by Protesters at Columbia University

A Jewish student sues Columbia University

Allegations and Lawsuit

The student, Mackenzie Forrest, claims that Columbia University expelled her from an academic program after she requested religious and safety accommodations. She alleges that the university failed to protect her from a hostile and antisemitic environment. The lawsuit seeks injunctive relief and money damages for the pervasive hostile environment and alleged retaliation. Columbia University declined to comment.

Investigation and Precedents

House Republicans are also investigating the university's response to antisemitism. Additionally, other universities, such as Carnegie Mellon and Middlebury College, have faced allegations of antisemitic abuse, prompting civil rights lawsuits. The lawsuit aims to set precedents that can remedy the problem of antisemitism.