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George Washington University

Georgetown University's main campus. Washington National Cathedral is visible above campus, and the Washington Canoe Club is in the lower right on the Potomac River. Credit: Patrickneil via Wikimedia Commons.

George Washington University’s antisemitism problem

Jewish students must conceal their identity to avoid being "confronted or heckled" on campus.

August 24, 2023

Students at the Israel on Campus Coalition National Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. in Aug. 2023. Photo by David Swindle.

On-campus sentiments about Israel range from antisemitism to apathy, students say

Several attendees of the Israel on Campus Coalition National Leadership Summit in Washington this week shared their experiences as students.

August 11, 2023

The campus of George Washington University. Credit: Wikimedia Commons.

GW ends partnership with Middle East Studies Association after BDS vote

The university in Washington, D.C., is one of many to recently stop working with the group.

July 26, 2023

The entry gate at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Credit: Wikimedia Commons.

When protecting Jewish students on campus, facts matter

Correcting the record on a professor’s retaliation against Jewish students who dared to complain about her antisemitic conduct.

February 22, 2023

The campus of George Washington University. Credit: Wikimedia Commons.

George Washington University responds to antisemitism complaint filed by StandWithUs

The university said it was “committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where all feel safe and free of harassment, hostility or marginalization.”

January 13, 2023

Students march against antisemitism at George Washington University, Nov. 2, 2021. Source: American Jewish Committee/Twitter.

StandWithUs files complaint against George Washington U, alleging antisemitism

"A professor targeting Jewish and Israeli students for adverse treatment is textbook antisemitic discriminatory conduct.”

January 12, 2023

A Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) poster claims George Washington U. is a “Zionist propaganda machine.” Credit: StopAntisemitism via Twitter.

Anti-Semitic activity at George Washington University troubles Jewish community

Rhetoric at the school against Israel and Jews has grown increasingly intense, “violent, and more confrontational, and has crossed many lines.”

October 24, 2022

Members of the George Washington University’s Students for Justice for Palestine and Jewish Voice for Peace protest outside the university’s Hillel building calling for an “Intifada” against Israel on Oct. 11. Source: Twitter.

Anti-Israel student protesters call for ‘intifada revolution’ at George Washington University

Students for Justice in Palestine and Jewish Voice for Peace protested a talk by Doron Tenne, assistant director of the Israel Security Agency and its attaché to the Embassy of Israel in Washington.

Dmitriy Shapiro

October 14, 2022

Illustration of a Shabbat table with the customary wine, challah and candles, which will all be blessed before the meal (photo was not taken on Shabbat). Photo by Mendy Hechtman/Flash90.

New research project examines how Shabbat dinner can build social connections

“There’s a real fraying of society and social connectedness,” says project leader Arielle Levites. “Shabbat dinner, in particular, is often used by Jewish communities as a tool for fostering connection and community.”

September 19, 2022