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Security Concerns Drive Columbia University To Shift Graduation Ceremonies Amid Campus Protests

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Security Concerns Drive Columbia University To Shift Graduation Ceremonies Amid Campus Protests

 Columbia University shifts to smaller, school-based graduations due to security concerns amid protests. Student input shapes decision for safer, individual-focused ceremonies. Nationwide trend: Campus activism alters graduation plans at universities.   EKO HOT BLOG reports that Columbia University has decided to replace its universitywide commencement ceremony on May 15 with smaller-scale, school-based celebrations. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more

Student Protests Erupt: Pro-Palestinian Camp Attacked in LA, 300 Arrested in NY”

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 Supporters of Israel attacked a pro-Palestinian student protest camp at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Overnight, authorities cleared a Columbia University occupation in New York City.  The Mayor of New York City suggested that the Columbia protest was instigated by external influences. EKO HOT BLOG reports that supporters of Israel attacked a pro-Palestinian … Read more

Columbia University’s Hamilton Hall: Post-Occupation Scene Marked By Smashed Windows And Stacked Furniture

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  Hamilton Hall at Columbia University reflects aftermath of recent occupation with smashed windows and stacked furniture Images depict chaos and damage following police intervention to clear protesters from the campus building. Incident raises questions about university’s response to protests and freedom of expression on campus. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the upheaval following the … Read more

Columbia University Takes Action Against Pro-Palestinian Protesters Amidst Stalled Talks

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Columbia University suspends pro-Palestinian student activists. Talks between protesters and university leaders reach a standstill.  Action taken amidst nationwide campus protests over Gaza-related issues. Eko hot blog reports that Columbia University made headlines on Monday as it began suspending pro-Palestinian student activists who refused to dismantle their protest camp on the New York City campus. … Read more

Columbia University Protesters Maintain Stalemate Over Israeli Actions

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Columbia University: Stalemate in protests against Israeli actions. Students demand divestment, distrust university promises. Nationwide solidarity protests highlight Israel-Hamas conflict impact. EKO HOT BLOG reports that from coast to coast, campus unrest escalates as activists demand an end to Israeli airstrikes on Gaza. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Olusegun Alebiosu Appointed As Acting MD Of First Bank … Read more

US Struggles To Contain Growing Campus Protests Over Israel-Hamas War In Gaza

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A man walks past Israeli and US flags alongside portraits of Israelis taken hostage by the militant Palestinian group Hamas in front of the pro-Palestinian encampment at Columbia University in New York on April 23, 2024. (Photo: Charly Triballeau, AFP Via Getty Images)

The Israel-Hamas war is disrupting academic activities thousands of miles away in the US. In the last few days, big protests have rocked major universities in the US. They are demanding that the US cuts it investments supporting Israel in the war. Eko Hot Blog reports that student protests over the Israel-Hamas war have popped … Read more

Pro-Palestinian Demonstrations Lead To Dozens Of Arrests At Yale And Columbia

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 Pro-Palestinian protests lead to arrests at Yale and Columbia. Columbia cancels classes after tensions rise.  President Biden condemns antisemitism; student organizers demand divestment.   EKO HOT BLOG reports that dozens of people were detained at a pro-Palestinian protest at Yale University, following Columbia’s decision to cancel in-person classes amid tensions on its New York campus. … Read more

2023: We’re In A Critical But Hopeful Situation – Peter Obi

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2023: We’re In A Critical But Hopeful Situation – Peter Obi   EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, is of the opinion that Nigeria might be in a very critical position at the moment, however, all hope is far from lost.   At … Read more

Stella Damasus’s Daughter Bags Scholarship From Columbian University, Emerges Valedictorian Of Her Class (Photos/Video)

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Veteran Nollywood actress, Stella Damasus celebrates her daughter as she delivers valedictory at her graduation from Columbia University. The proud mother shared wondered graduation pictures on her Instagram page adding that her daughter also bagged a scholarship at the Colombian university. Sharing photos of her daughter, Stella wrote, “My beautiful daughter @angelicatooni graduated high school today. I am … Read more

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