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867: College Disorientation

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Navigating Anti-Semitism in Academia

This chapter examines the challenges educators face when discussing anti-Semitism and its connection to critiques of Israel amidst new restrictive regulations. It highlights the impact of trauma on academic freedom and the concerns of professors adapting their curricula to avoid backlash. The discussion reveals the tensions between maintaining academic integrity and the pressures of compliance with evolving definitions of anti-Semitism.

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