Protesters Gather at Columbia Over Expelled Students and Revoked Diplomas

Columbia University announced on March 13 that a number of students who had participated in the 2024 takeover of Hamilton Hall had been expelled or suspended.

Pro-Palestinian protesters outside Columbia University, New York City, on March 14, 2025. Oliver Mantyk/Epoch Times

NEW YORK CITY—Protesters gathered outside of Columbia University in Manhattan on March 14 to protest against actions the college has taken against some students.

Columbia University announced on March 13 that a number of students who had participated in the 2024 takeover of Hamilton Hall had been expelled or suspended and that several graduates had their diplomas temporarily rescinded.