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The University of Pennsylvania appealed a federal court order requiring it to provide the names and contact information of Jewish students and employees to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission as part of an investigation into university antisemitism. The university argued the subpoena raises constitutional concerns, and asked the court to pause enforcement while the appeal proceeds. The order followed a March ruling that said the request could help identify potential witnesses to discrimination on campus.

A new study from Brandeis University found that 47% of Jewish college students reported experiencing antisemitism on campus. The survey also examined how students define antisemitism, including when criticism of Israel crosses into hostility toward Jews. Researchers said the findings reflect a broader rise in antisemitic incidents and continued challenges for Jewish students navigating campus life.

Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s decision to campaign with controversial public figure Hasan Piker has prompted criticism from Jewish leaders, who cite Piker’s past antisemitic statements about Israel, 9/11, and Jewish communities. Michigan State University Hillel expressed strong concern over Piker’s planned campus appearance, describing it as deeply troubling.

Vanier College in Montreal canceled a planned Holocaust commemoration event, citing safety concerns “based on information the school received.” College representatives say they intend to reschedule the program. Members of the Jewish community who were critical of the cancellation emphasized the importance of preserving opportunities for remembrance and survivor testimony. In response, the college has reaffirmed its commitment to Holocaust education and campus dialogue.

A federal judge directed the University of Pennsylvania to provide the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission with names and contact information of Jewish students, faculty, and staff. The university opposed the subpoena, citing privacy and constitutional concerns. The order comes amid a federal investigation into antisemitism on campus.

The Associated Students of Madison passed a resolution calling on the University of Wisconsin System to divest from companies tied to Israel and other entities, drawing criticism from university officials. UW leaders said the resolution included demands that conflict with state law and called the legislation disappointing. Jewish students opposed to the measure staged a walkout during the meeting. In a statement, UW Hillel thanked the university for condemning the resolution and praised the students who walked out, “Hillel at UW-Madison is deeply disappointed that ASM voted to pass the antisemitic BDS resolution. We’re so proud of our students who stood up against the divisive resolution by attending, writing statements, and speaking at ASM.”