Dozens of students at the University of Chicago protested the war in Gaza by walking out of the commencement ceremony. The school had decided to withhold the diplomas of four seniors due to their involvement with a pro-Palestinian encampment, leading to a brief disruption during the ceremony. The walkout included shouts, boos, and calls to 'Stop Genocide,' with some students holding Palestinian flags and wearing traditional kaffiyeh scarves.
The seniors whose diplomas were withheld expressed their concerns, with one student questioning the importance of a diploma when people in Palestine and Gaza are suffering. University officials acknowledged the protest, emphasizing the institution's commitment to allowing students to express diverse views.
