Columbia University Expels, Suspends Student Protesters Involved in Library Takeover

University officials said disruptions to academic activities are a violation of university policies.

People take part in a pro-Palestinian protest at Butler Library on the campus of Columbia University in New York on May 7, 2025. Ryan Murphy/Reuters

Columbia University has expelled, suspended, and revoked degrees of multiple students for participating in what it described as disruptive protests in spring 2024 and earlier this year.

The Ivy League institution announced the disciplinary actions on Tuesday, stating they were finalized the day prior by its Judicial Board.