Universities - Anti-Semitism at universities: exmatriculations demanded
In view of anti-Israeli and anti-Semitic incidents at universities, the President of the Jewish Students' Union, Hanna Veiler, has called for students to be expelled. "There are hardly any consequences for such students. Anti-Semites must be de-registered," she told the German Press Agency.
"Anti-Semitism has already flared up at universities in 2014 and 2021 in response to wars between Israel and Hamas. But the extent since October 7 would have been unimaginable for us," said Veiler. "We can no longer carry on as before." The escalations now highlighted previous failings. She called for a strategy against Islamist groups at universities.
In addition, a rethink is needed in the fight against anti-Semitism:"Anti-Semitism is not a phenomenon of the past, we need action that is focused on the here and now," said Veiler.
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- The rise of anti-Semitic incidents in the German educational system, particularly in Berlin's universities, has become a significant concern, mirroring broader conflicts between Israel and Palestinian territories.
- Amidst the escalation of anti-Semitic incidents on German campuses, Israel's relationship with the Palestinian territories and ensuing conflicts have consistently been cited as triggering factors.
- The German Press Agency reported that the Israeli-Palestinian conflicts have led to increased instances of anti-Semitism at German universities, fueling a demand for more proactive measures to combat prejudice.
- In an interview with the German Press Agency, Veiler highlighted the importance of universities addressing their role in combating anti-Semitism, emphasizing the need to promote understanding and coexistence of different religions such as Judaism.
Source: www.stern.de
