Tagged - wanted posters
Antisemitism
The ‘wanted’ posters at the University of Rochester are unambiguously antisemitic. Here’s why.
As an educator who is deeply committed to fostering an open, inclusive environment and is alarmed by the steep rise in antisemitic crimes across this country and university campuses, I feel obligated to explain why this poster campaign is clearly an expression of antisemitism
Antisemitism
On the Students’ Association resolution
This SA resolution is simply another way to follow the masses by expressing their dismay for Israel and standing in solidarity with the radical Palestinian people.
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It can be uncomfortable and deeply frustrating to hear people say things about these sensitive topics that feel inaccurate, unacceptable, and sometimes hurtful.
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Students’ Association passes resolution on administration’s response to “wanted” posters, demands charges dropped
On Monday evenings, the Gowen Room is usually nearly empty aside from the senators at the weekly Students’ Association Senate meeting. But on Nov. 18, nearly every seat was filled.
national news
Public response to “wanted” posters on campus
In the past week, the University community has faced local and national scrutiny due to the appearance of ‘wanted’ posters expressing grievances about select University affiliates.
arrests
Four students arrested in conjunction with ‘wanted’ posters
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) announced the arrests of four individuals allegedly involved in the recent distribution of ‘wanted’ posters.
Israel-Palestine
Blindspots: How the media spun a protest into an attack
The University has a clear interest in tamping down protests related to its academic involvement with Israel, appeasing pro-Israel donors and administrators.
farewell
From the editor: On the events of last week, and a farewell
The editorial choice to include the full statements on the posters was not a decision made lightly.
letter to the editor
When it happens to you: A personal reflection from a “wantee”
My name is Joy Getnick and I'm the Executive Director of Hillel at the University of Rochester. You might recognize my name because I am one of the people featured on the ‘wanted’ posters.
Antisemitism
These ‘wanted’ posters are antisemitic. Period
Labeling the posters with “wanted” provides a uniquely dangerous situation, in which actors are inciting violence against administrators and Jews.