University Statements and Announcements

Statements and announcements from across the University will be posted on this page by the Office of Public Affairs.

Recent Statements and Announcements

Professor Massad’s statements following the terrorist attack on October 7th created pain for many in our community.

We want to be absolutely clear that any act of violence against a member of our community is unacceptable.

If demonstrations lead to a disruption of academic activities, we will follow the process established in the Rules of University Conduct.

Using the Columbia name for a publication that glorifies violence is a breach of our values.

Interim President Armstrong writes to Columbia's community to affirm our mission. 

Any efforts to intimidate the Kraft Center, Hillel, and our Jewish community and all forms of antisemitism are unacceptable.

Columbia continues to prioritize engagement with our local community. 

Columbia is proud of our students, faculty and staff who are veterans. 

In this political context, civic participation is an important part of life. So, too, is tolerance of different views.

Columbia strongly condemns antisemitism and all forms of discrimination.

Columbia has consistently and continually respected Assistant Professor Davidai's right to free speech.

Statements advocating for violence or harm are antithetical to the core principles upon which this institution was founded.