

Stanford Hunger Strike for Gaza Enters Its Second Week
May 21, 2025
Katie DiBenedetti, a reporter for KQED, discusses the ongoing hunger strike at Stanford University, where students, staff, and faculty are advocating for Gaza. They call for the university to divest from companies profiting from the conflict. DiBenedetti highlights the striking contrast between the urgency of the hunger strike and the celebratory atmosphere of graduation. She also delves into the emotional and physical toll on the activists, who feel frustrated by the university's lack of response, yet remain steadfast in their demands for justice.
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Evening Gatherings at Stanford Plaza
- Students and community members gather on Stanford's White Plaza every evening to protest and support the hunger strike for Gaza.
- The mood mixes somberness due to health impacts with moments of laughter and strong conviction among participants.
Hunger Strike Demands Detailed
- The hunger strike aims to pressure Stanford to disclose endowment investments and divest from companies backing Israel's actions in Gaza.
- Protesters also demand dropping felony charges against past demonstrators and easing new campus protest restrictions.
Stanford's Investment Privacy Policy
- Stanford keeps its endowment investment details private to avoid political influence and maximize financial returns.
- Students struggle with this opacity as it blocks their efforts to hold the university accountable for its financial ties.