TheConversationUS , to histodons group
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"Every so often, a cause ignites a sustained fury on college campuses across the nation. In 2020, it was Black Lives Matter. In 2011, it was Occupy Wall Street. In the 1980s, it was apartheid in South Africa.

Today, it’s the Israeli military campaign in Gaza."

Here are five books that shine light on a rich history of campus protests in the US that goes back to the 1960s – compiled by veteran journalist Steve Friess.

https://theconversation.com/5-books-to-help-you-better-understand-todays-campus-protests-229166

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TheConversationUS , to AcademicChatter group
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With some universities canceling or modifying commencement ceremonies over protests or fear of protests, an anthropologist reminds us that there’s a lot more at stake than just a line of seniors getting a fancy piece of paper.
https://theconversation.com/commencement-isnt-just-about-awarding-degrees-and-cancellations-leave-students-disconnected-and-disillusioned-229425
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from [gift article]
[Bias alert - NYT usually favors Israel]

Cheers, Fears and ‘Le Wokisme’: How the World Sees

Abroad, some have praised the demonstrations. Others call the crackdowns evidence of American hypocrisy, or of a nation coming apart.


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https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/03/world/europe/campus-protests-rorschach-test.html?unlocked_article_code=1.pU0.PIIQ.IKvCt8Z-lLKn&smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb

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