Campus Safety

Department of Education Releases Enforcement Guidance for Title IX

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The Department of Education has released new enforcement guidance for Title IX, the landmark civil rights law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in education. The guidance clarifies the department’s expectations for schools and colleges in investigating and responding to allegations of sexual misconduct. It also provides new resources for survivors of sexual assault and harassment. The guidance is a significant step forward in the department’s efforts to ensure that all students have access to a safe and equitable learning environment.

Trump Signs Executive Order on Combating Antisemitism on Campus

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Amidst the turmoil of an unpredictable presidency, a beacon of hope emerged for the Jewish community: President Trump signed an Executive Order on Combating Antisemitism on Campus. This groundbreaking directive aims to safeguard the rights of Jewish students against the insidious scourge of prejudice.

With growing concern over antisemitic incidents on university campuses, the Executive Order provides a clear message: these acts of hatred will not be tolerated. It mandates the adoption of the US Department of Education’s definition of antisemitism, ensuring that all forms of the bias, from graffiti and harassment to BDS campaigns, are recognized.

As universities become the new battleground for antisemitism, President Trump’s decisive action offers a lifeline of protection. Jewish students can now pursue their education free from fear and intimidation, knowing that their voices will be heard and their communities will be defended.