USC's move to cancel commencement amid protests draws criticism from students, alumni
Time:2024-04-26 16:35:17 Source:styleViews(143)
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The University of Southern California’s decision Thursday to cancel its main graduation ceremony, a move that came 10 days after administrators said the student valedictorian who had expressed support for Palestinians would not be allowed to speak, left students and alumni stunned as protests over the Israel-Hamas war continue to spread on campuses nationwide.
“It seems like USC isn’t really listening to their student body,” said Olivia Lee, a 2023 business administration graduate who said she is rethinking whether to recommend the private university to potential students.
Videos of police officers in riot gear facing off, and ultimately arresting, dozens of protesters on campus left her worried about suggesting her alma mater to teenagers who may join similar demonstrations.
“Could that happen to them?” she said.
Previous:The federal government plans to restore grizzly bears to the North Cascades region of Washington
Next:Xavi says Barcelona's improved play has been key to changing his mind to leave the club
You may also like
- Reggie Bush plans to continue his fight against the NCAA after the return of his Heisman Trophy
- China launches new relay satellite for Earth
- Feature: Guardian of Marine Species in China's Hainan
- Batik Craftswoman in N China's Hebei
- Athletic director used AI to frame principal with racist remarks in fake audio clip, police say
- Feature: Guardian of Marine Species in China's Hainan
- Pic Story: Provincial Inheritor of Blue
- Atlético survive late Dortmund rally to hold on for win
- Rams make a rare first