Recently, students at Columbia University have raised concerns about the handling of harassment incidents by university officials. One incident that sparked controversy involved the assault of a student who was hanging posters in support of Israel on campus last fall. Following this attack, a mobile billboard appeared outside the university displaying the names and faces of students allegedly linked to a statement blaming Israel for a Hamas terror attack.
In response to these events, university officials, including Shafik, acknowledged the issue of doxxing, a form of online harassment where personal information is publicly posted to target individuals or communities. Shafik emphasized that such behavior would not be tolerated and encouraged students to report any instances through appropriate school channels. Additionally, cases involving doxxing would be referred to external authorities when necessary.
The university leadership also released a statement condemning acts of antisemitism and Islamophobia, denouncing intimidation and violence directed at students. The incidents at Columbia University have highlighted the importance of addressing online harassment and ensuring the safety of all students on campus.
