Antisemitism on U.S. College & University Campuses: 2025 Report
The document addresses issues related to antisemitism across various U.S. college and university campuses, as highlighted in the 2025 report.
ANTISEMITISM ON U.S. COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY CAMPUSES 2025 REPORT
In the year since StopAntisemitismʼs last Campus Antisemitism Report, the situation has intensified and metastasized into a coordinated and well-funded nationwide campaign targeting Jewish students. More than 140 campuses saw orchestrated protest actions, many supported by outside organizations with clear political agendas, synchronized messaging, and unified demands. These demonstrations have nothing to do with “free speech,” they are about actions: encampments, mob intimidation, property damage, and violence, resulting in hundreds of arrests across the country. The incidents documented in this report reveal the true nature of the crisis: • At Amherst College, a Jewish senior reported that Jewish and Israeli students were selectively targeted and punished under the schoolʼs conduct system, while anti-Israel activists disrupted campus life without consequence. • At Arizona State University, antisemitic propaganda glorifying terrorists was circulated openly, creating a threatening environment for Jewish students and faculty. • At Columbia University, a "Martyrs Day" celebration on Veterans Day was hosted in which participants praised terror and mourned the deaths of Hassan Nasrallah and Yahya Sinwar, former leaders of the terrorist organizations Hezbollah and Hamas. • At UCLA, students reported being followed, screamed at, or physically blocked by activists who demanded they denounce Israel or hide their Jewish identity. These actions were not spontaneous, they were conceived, planned, and executed by a nationalized infrastructure of professional activists and operators, timed for media impact, and designed to leverage sympathetic campus administrators and overwhelm ethical ones. Jewish students report that the combination of encampments, targeted harassment, and university inaction has created an environment defined by fear, isolation, and institutional neglect. INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION CONTINUED According to the 2025 survey conducted by StopAntisemitism: • 58% of Jewish students reported personally experiencing antisemitism on campus. • Only 12% of reported incidents were properly addressed. • 39% hid their Jewish identity, and 65% felt unwelcome in specific campus spaces. • 62% were directly blamed for Israelʼs actions. • 58% said their schools failed to protect Jewish students after October 7. • Only 39% felt Jews were included in DEI initiatives. These findings confirm the harsh reality that Jewish students are being marginalized in institutions that claim to champion diversity and inclusion but instead amplify division and exclusion. Their safety and dignity are treated as negotiable and often dismissed entirely. This yearʼs report draws on hundreds of incidents from 90 colleges and universities identified by StopAntisemitism. The findings reveal that the majority of U.S. campuses are failing through weak policies, uneven enforcement, or even outright complicity. Even since the recent Gaza ceasefire agreement, antisemitism remains loud, bold, and unchecked, revealing that none of this is about Israel but instead it is about Jew-hatred, plain and simple. Coordinated protests, ideological harassment, and institutional apathy continue to endanger Jewish students. Families must confront the facts: Are you prepared to send tuition dollars to a school that allows your children to be threatened, targeted, and blamed simply for being Jewish?
StopAntisemitismʼs 2025 Campus Antisemitism Report evaluated 90 colleges and universities selected for their scale, national relevance, incident volume, and student reported vulnerability. The list includes large public institutions, elite private universities, regional colleges, and campuses with significant Jewish populations. Schools were chosen based on high rates of antisemitic activity, ongoing federal Title VI investigations, substantial Jewish enrollment, and broad public influence. These criteria that allow for consistent year-to-year comparisons and a representative national overview. A nationwide survey gathered firsthand accounts from Jewish students enrolled at these schools, capturing both quantitative indicators and optional qualitative descriptions. Students reported whether they experienced antisemitism, hid their identity, felt unwelcome, believed their school protected them post–October 7, or saw Jews included in DEI efforts. The results revealed widespread fear, marginalization, and dissatisfaction with institutional protections; for example, 58% experienced antisemitism, 39% hid their identity, and only 12% felt incidents were properly investigated. Aggregated responses helped reveal national patterns and informed campus-specific evaluations. StopAntisemitism also evaluated administrative responses to the school surveys through public statements, policy updates, disciplinary records, cooperation with federal inquiries, engagement with Jewish groups, and evidence of transparent reporting systems. Student feedback on the quality of investigations—88% dissatisfied—was cross-referenced with documented actions such as suspensions, expulsions, and task-force creation. Administrations were evaluated for consistency, speed, effectiveness, and adherence to civil-rights obligations. Finally, the report tracked and verified hundreds of incidents across the 90 campuses, including harassment, vandalism, threats, encampments, faculty misconduct, and administrative failures. These were sourced from student submissions, media reports, police logs, federal findings, social media, and campus organizations, with every incident confirmed through at least one public or institutional source. Patterns of repeat or severe misconduct received additional weight. Each schoolʼs grade reflected incident volume and severity, administrative response quality, student-reported safety, presence of federal investigations, and evidence of accountability or neglect, providing a comprehensive and multi-layered assessment. METHODOLOGY
A BAYLOR UNIVERSITY A ELON UNIVERSITY A COLBY COLLEGE Clemson University Clemson consistently addresses antisemitic incidents through decisive action. Despite protests and vandalism, the university remains supportive—most recently partnering with Hebrew University and Sapir College in Israel on agricultural research. A CLEMSON UNIVERSITY A A COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY Baylor University Baylor shows a clear commitment to supporting its Jewish students and maintaining an inclusive atmosphere. The university fosters dialogue and directly responds to student concerns, resulting in Jewish students feeling safe and supported. Colby College Colby fosters a respectful, accountable campus and strong ties with Jewish students. The administration prioritizes safety, open discourse, and academic freedom, and the college partners with Haifa University for study abroad in Israel. Colorado State University CSU actively supports its Jewish students, establishing a Presidential Task Force on Jewish Inclusion in 2020. Despite antisemitic incidents tied to the Israel-Hamas war, the university continues to condemn hate and stand with its students. Elon University Elonʼs Jewish students report feeling safe and supported. The university promotes open dialogue and education, fostering an inclusive, welcoming campus environment. Southern Methodist University SMU responded swiftly when swastikas were found in a menʼs bathroom in August. The university continues to act decisively to protect its Jewish students and maintain a safe campus. SCHOOL GRADES
University of Alabama Alabama offers a strong support network for Jewish students through campus organizations which provide a sense of community and belonging. The administration has publicly condemned antisemitic incidents and responded swiftly with investigations and student support resources. A UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA University of Miami U Miami takes a proactive approach to addressing antisemitism, prioritizing the safety and inclusion of its students. Jewish students consistently report feeling supported by the administration in matters of antisemitism and campus involvement. A UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI University of Florida UF has experienced incidents of antisemitic vandalism and protests, but student responses cited that the administration responds swiftly by condemning such behavior and enforcing consequences. For example, a law student with a history of antisemitic rhetoric and actions was expelled. A UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA University of Connecticut UConn takes proactive steps to support its Jewish students, responding quickly to concerns and fostering open dialogue. These efforts contribute to a campus environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and attentive to student safety. A UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT University of Mississippi Ole Miss administration takes reports of antisemitism seriously and responds to incidents promptly, reflecting a commitment to creating a safer and more welcoming environment for the Jewish student community. A UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI University of Georgia UGA has implemented measures to support its Jewish student community, taking a firm stance against antisemitic rhetoric and holding individuals accountable when student safety is threatened. While the campus has experienced incidents such as protests and vandalism, the administration responds promptly and decisively. A UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA SCHOOL GRADES
University of South Carolina USC Jewish students feel safe and included on campus. There are rarely antisemitic incidents and rhetoric reported, and the school administration is quick to condemn antisemitism. A UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CAROLINA Brandeis University Brandeis has seen vandalism and antisemitic rhetoric targeting Jewish students, but the administration has condemned the hate, banned encampments, and continues to run the Presidentʼs Initiative on Antisemitism launched in 2023. B BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY Washington University WashU students reported feeling supported by their school and satisfied by the response to antisemitic incidents. Although there have been antisemitic incidents, students cited that the administration actively condemns antisemitism and focuses on education and action. A WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY University of Texas, Austin UT Austin has taken action by condemning antisemitic rhetoric and enacting consequences when Jewish students felt targeted or unsafe, ultimately resulting in a general sense of security and inclusivity by Jewish students. A UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS, AUSTIN Case Western Reserve University CWRU has faced several vandalism incidents, including one causing major damage. The school held the students accountable and condemned their actions. Despite these issues, reports show CWRU continues working to keep Jewish students safe. B CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY Arizona State University ASU takes antisemitism reports seriously and investigates them. One professor allegedly assigned antisemitic reading material, and there have been accounts of antisemitic vandalism, but overall, students say they feel safe and supported on campus. B ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL GRADES
Dartmouth University Dartmouth has had few incidents, most recently a swastika outside a Jewish studentʼs dorm. The administration quickly launched an investigation and condemned the act, and its efforts to curb antisemitism show real progress in protecting students. B DARTMOUTH UNIVERSITY Muhlenberg College Reports cited varying levels of satisfaction with Muhlenbergʼs handling of antisemitic incidents, but a general sense of well-being among Jewish students. Most recently, a professor was fired from Muhlenberg over antisemitic rhetoric. B MUHLENBERG COLLEGE Florida Atlantic University Despite vandalism and antisemitic protests, FAU takes steps to protect Jewish students, including faculty committees that review courses for antisemitic or anti-Israel bias. B FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY Duke University Reports at Duke cite antisemitic protests and a professor sharing antisemitic views, but incidents are overall declining. The administration continues to take action, including recent Antisemitism 101 sessions for faculty and staff. B DUKE UNIVERSITY Pennsylvania State University Penn Stateʼs Jewish students have mixed views on the administrationʼs response to antisemitism, but most feel safe and supported, with the university taking steps to maintain an inclusive environment. B PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY Michigan State University MSU has faced antisemitic vandalism and protests, but the university enforces consequences, including arrests, to protect Jewish students. B MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL GRADES
Tulane University Despite numerous antisemitic protests, Tulaneʼs administration actively ensures campus security, and the Jewish community remains strong and supported. B TULANE UNIVERSITY University of Maryland U Maryland has seen few antisemitic incidents, with students generally feeling safe. The strong Jewish community and engaged administration provide support on campus. B UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND University of Colorado The University of Colorado has seen few antisemitic incidents, with Jewish students generally feeling safe. While administrative responses have varied, a strong Jewish community and supportive leadership help protect students. B UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO University of Arizona Several incidents of antisemitic protests were flagged but the U of A administration responded with efforts to support affected students. Many Jewish students report a continued sense of community and engagement through active campus organizations and administration involvement. B UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA University of Missouri The University of Missouri saw few antisemitic incidents, with most Jewish students feeling safe. Some noted hostility and protests, but the campus climate remained calm and the administration responsive. B UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI University of Kentucky While the campus saw a few antisemitic protests during the review period, the administration generally responded promptly to reported incidents. Most Jewish students expressed general feelings of safety and inclusivity on campus. B UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY SCHOOL GRADES
Vanderbilt University Vanderbilt faced antisemitic protests, raising safety concerns for Jewish students, but leadership consistently condemned hate and promoted an inclusive environment. B VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY Bard College Bard students experienced several antisemitic incidents and protests during the review period, contributing to concerns among Jewish students about safety and inclusion. Students expressed a need for stronger institutional measures to combat antisemitism effectively. C BARD COLLEGE University of Michigan, Ann Arbor UMich faced multiple antisemitic incidents, raising safety concerns for Jewish students. The administration condemned antisemitism and took action, though some responses felt inconsistent, while remaining vigilant in protecting students. B UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN Vassar College Vassar students reported antisemitic protests and rhetoric that caused discomfort, but the college tracks incidents and has formal procedures in place to enhance student safety. B VASSAR COLLEGE Carnegie Mellon University Carnegie Mellon Jewish students reported varying levels of concern about their safety and inclusion on campus. While the administration addressed some reported incidents, students noted inconsistent responses and a perception that antisemitism was not always taken seriously. C CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY Amherst College Amherst Jewish students feel unsafe or marginalized during times of hostility. While the administration has occasionally addressed reported concerns, students noted inconsistencies in responses. C AMHERST COLLEGE SCHOOL GRADES
Cornell University Cornell students reported multiple antisemitic incidents, raising concerns about safety and campus climate. The administration addressed them and affirmed its commitment to inclusivity, though some students felt support and enforcement were inconsistent. C CORNELL UNIVERSITY Hofstra University Some Hofstra Jewish students feel cautious expressing their identity and not fully supported, despite active Jewish organizations offering community and resources. C HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY Emory University Emory faced antisemitic protests and rhetoric targeting Jewish students, with limited administrative action. While a medical school professor was suspended for antisemitic comments, more must be done to ensure Jewish students feel safe and supported. C EMORY UNIVERSITY Emerson College Emerson saw a few antisemitic incidents, with the administration condemning and addressing them, though students often felt responses fell short in supporting the Jewish community. C EMERSON COLLEGE New York University (NYU) NYU saw numerous antisemitic incidents and protests, raising concerns about safety and campus climate. The administration condemned antisemitism and took some action, though responses were seen as inconsistent by some students. C NEW YORK UNIVERSITY Georgia State University Georgia State administration has publicly condemned antisemitism and encouraged reporting of incidents, however many Jewish students reported feeling unsafe expressing their identity and lacking full institutional support. C GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL GRADES
Northeastern University Northeastern saw several antisemitic incidents, raising concerns about safety and inclusion. While the administration condemned and addressed them, reports suggest more could be done to protect Jewish students. C NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY Swarthmore College Swarthmore students reported antisemitic graffiti, vandalism, and rhetoric glorifying extremist violence. The mid-range grade reflects uneven protections and the need for clearer policy enforcement. C SWARTHMORE COLLEGE Rice University Rice students reported antisemitic incidents and rhetoric, noting inadequate responses. While Jewish organizations offer support, the campus climate still challenges studentsʼ sense of safety and inclusion. C RICE UNIVERSITY Oberlin College Oberlinʼs Jewish students reported experiencing antisemitic incidents and rhetoric that contributed to feelings of unease and caution on campus. Students further noted inconsistencies in responses and a need for stronger measures to ensure safety and support. C OBERLIN COLLEGE Temple University Temple students reported antisemitic graffiti, vandalism, and rhetoric that seemed to endorse extremist violence. The mediocre grade reflects inconsistent protections and the need for clearer policy enforcement. C TEMPLE UNIVERSITY SUNY New Paltz SUNY New Paltz students reported antisemitic incidents and rhetoric raising safety and inclusion concerns. While some events were condemned, responses were uneven, and more proactive action is needed to ensure a supportive campus environment. C SUNY NEW PALTZ SCHOOL GRADES
University of Denver Campus and student reports cited events and rhetoric that appeared to glorify or justify extremist violence; harassment, threats, or intimidation targeting Jewish students; protests and encampments where hostile rhetoric toward Jews was reported. C UNIVERSITY OF DENVER University of Southern California At USC, Jewish students have faced antisemitic incidents like swastika graffiti, and while the administration has condemned these acts and launched initiatives, protections remain inconsistent, leaving the campus climate only moderately safe. C UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA University of Minnesota Students reported antisemitic graffiti, vandalism, and rhetoric praising or justifying extremist violence. The mediocre grade reflects uneven protections and the need for stronger policy enforcement. C UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA University of Houston University of Houston students cited events and rhetoric that appeared to glorify or justify extremist violence; antisemitic graffiti and vandalism on or near campus; harassment, threats, or intimidation targeting Jewish students. C UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON University of Vermont A January 2025 letter from a U of Vermont student described feeling unsafe: avoiding wearing a Star of David, altering travel on campus, and fearing speaking Hebrew. The underlying sense of risk among Jewish students remains, and many feel the protections and response mechanisms are still not fully reliable. C UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT University of North Carolina UNC Chapel Hill Jewish students have experienced antisemitic incidents including hateful posters, chants praising violence, and major pro Palestinian encampments that heightened safety concerns. The campus climate remains unsettled, with protections often inconsistent and insufficient. C UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL GRADES
University of Wisconsin In 2025, UW Madison faced a federal investigation over alleged antisemitic harassment, highlighting ongoing risks for Jewish students. While the university has updated policies and training, protections remain uneven and the campus climate continues to be unsafe. C UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN Boston University BU reports documented antisemitic graffiti, vandalism, protests, and rhetoric that seemed to endorse extremist violence. The low grade signals ongoing risks and inconsistent institutional response. D BOSTON UNIVERSITY Williams College At Williams College, Jewish students have reported antisemitic incidents such as pro-Hamas graffiti at a pre commencement event and targeted vandalism of pro-Jewish displays. The campus climate remains unsettled, with many feeling protections are uneven and student group participation for pro Israel voices challenged. C WILLIAMS COLLEGE Wellesley College At Wellesley College, Jewish students continue to face a fragile campus climate: an RA email declaring “no support for Zionism” triggered a formal Title VI complaint. In March, the U.S. Department of Education warned the college of potential enforcement action if it fails to protect Jewish studentsʼ rights. C WELLESLEY COLLEGE Brooklyn College | CUNY Reports at CUNY Brooklyn noted fewer documented antisemitic incidents than the previous year, yet the low grade reflects persistent risks and uneven accountability, with the wider CUNY system remaining one of the most antisemitic in the country. D BROOKLYN COLLEGE American University American students reported antisemitic graffiti, vandalism, harassment, and rhetoric glorifying extremist violence. The low grade reflects ongoing risks and inconsistent institutional accountability. D AMERICAN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL GRADES
George Washington University Among the more concerning campuses, reports noted antisemitic graffiti, vandalism, and rhetoric praising extremist violence. The low grade underscores continued risks and inadequate institutional oversight. D GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Princeton University During the review period, Princeton saw antisemitic graffiti, harassment, and rhetoric praising extremist violence. The D-grade reflects ongoing danger and a campus failing to hold perpetrators accountable. D PRINCETON UNIVERSITY Johns Hopkins University Johns Hopkins reports highlighted antisemitic vandalism, threats, and rhetoric promoting extremist violence. The low grade points to persistent dangers and inconsistent institutional response. D JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY Georgetown University Georgetown incidents include antisemitic graffiti, vandalism, and threats or harassment of Jewish students. The grade reflects ongoing dangers to Jewish students and uneven institutional oversight. D GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY Rutgers University In 2025, Rutgers faced antisemitic incidents, including hostile conditions for Jewish students, a lecturer making antisemitic statements, and the student government rejecting the IHRA definition. The campus climate remains hostile and unwelcoming for Jewish students. D RUTGERS UNIVERSITY Middlebury College Middlebury College reports documented antisemitic graffiti, harassment, and rhetoric that appeared to endorse extremist violence. The low grade reflects continued threats and a lack of consistent campus intervention. D MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE SCHOOL GRADES
San Francisco State University At SFSU, Jewish students have faced antisemitic graffiti and vandalism, including targeting the nearby Hillel building with slogans like “Khaybar.” The campus climate for Jews remains tense, with concerns about safety and uneven institutional safeguards. D SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY UC Santa Cruz UCSC Jewish students have faced antisemitic incidents including swastika graffiti, flyers with hate speech, and a party celebrating Adolf Hitlerʼs birthday. The campus climate therefore remains unsafe for Jews, despite public condemnations. D University of California, LA UCLA has faced multiple antisemitic incidents, including protests excluding Jewish students, hostile graffiti, and a federal finding of “deliberate indifference.” The campus climate remains deeply troubling for Jewish safety and inclusion. D UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA UCLA UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA UCSC Stanford University At Stanford University, Jewish students report a disturbing rise in antisemitic incidents—including graffiti on dorm doors, vandalized safe housing, and rhetoric normalizing extremist violence. The campus climate is tense and fraught, with the institution under federal scrutiny to protect Jews. D STANFORD UNIVERSITY University of Chicago Jewish students at U Chicago reported antisemitic incidents, including vandalism and offensive signage in faculty offices. While the administration has investigated and provided bias-reporting resources, the campus climate remains tense and administrative responses are seen as insufficient. D UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO UC San Diego At UC San Diego, Jewish students have faced antisemitic vandalism, including hate symbols in dorms, and the Department of Education has warned the university for failing to protect them. The campus climate remains risky and uncertain for Jewish students. D UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA UCSD SCHOOL GRADES
University of Illinois At UIUC, Jewish students have faced antisemitic incidents, including swastikas, vandalism, and threats, with federal findings noting gaps in the universityʼs response. The campus climate remains precarious and protections inconsistent. D UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS Brown University At Brown, federal investigators found numerous antisemitic incidents met with little action. Despite new policies and training, the campus climate remains uncertain and unsafe for Jewish students. F BROWN UNIVERSITY University of Virginia At UVA, Jewish students faced harassment, threats, and a firearm-related incident, with the DOJ citing the university for mishandling it. The campus climate remains risky despite initiatives to improve protections. D UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA University of North Texas At UNT, an anti-Israel student art exhibit was partially removed amid antisemitism complaints, and the Department of Education opened an investigation. The campus climate remains risky for Jewish students with inconsistent protections. D UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS Columbia University At Columbia University, Jewish students have faced repeated antisemitic incidents including vandalism, hate filled emails, and disruptions glorifying extremist violence. Federal investigators found the university showed “deliberate indifference” toward these issues and threatened to halt hundreds of millions in funding. F COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY Wesleyan University At Wesleyan, Jewish students report rising antisemitic rhetoric and incidents, with inconsistent institutional responses leaving the campus climate tense and unwelcoming. D WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL GRADES
Harvard University At Harvard, Jewish students report high levels of self-censorship and antisemitism, with federal authorities finding the university showed “deliberate indifference.” Despite new initiatives, the campus climate remains tense and accountability uncertain. F MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Pomona College At Pomona College, Jewish students face antisemitic incidents, including vandalism and disrupted events. Despite updated policies, the campus climate remains hostile and tense. F The New School University Jewish New School students have reported pervasive antisemitism including physical assault, slurs, harassment, and a campus environment that fails to reliably safeguard them. The institution was assigned a failing grade for its handling of antisemitic conduct. F THE NEW SCHOOL UNIVERSITY PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY Massachusetts Institute of Technology At MIT, Jewish students report a series of antisemitic incidents such as vandalism, harassment, and rhetoric glorifying violence. Also, a federal lawsuit alleges the university has allowed a “severe and pervasive” hostile environment to fester. Students say the campus climate remains unsafe. F HARVARD UNIVERSITY Portland State University PSU Jewish students have reported persistent antisemitic harassment and exclusion, and the U.S. Department of Education has opened a civil rights investigation into the universityʼs handling of antisemitism. The campus climate for Jewish students remains marked by elevated risk and unclear protections. F POMONA COLLEGE Northwestern University At NU, Jewish students reported antisemitic incidents including hostile rhetoric and a controversial student encampment. The resignations of President Michael Schill and Provost Kathleen Hagerty—amid federal scrutiny and frozen funding—underscore serious lapses in institutional accountability. F NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL GRADES
University of California, Berkeley Berkeley Jewish students report antisemitic incidents including harassment, blocked access, vandalism, and a protest driven event cancellation. The campus climate remains uneasy, with many students feeling safety and accountability are still lacking. F UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA BERKELEY University of Washington At UW, violent protests and blocked access in 2025 highlighted severe antisemitism, with federal reviews citing gaps in the universityʼs response. Despite new policies, the campus remains unsafe and hostile for Jewish students. F University of Oregon Jewish students have reported antisemitic incidents such as swastika graffiti and the removal of pro Jewish materials in residence halls. While the university has publicly condemned these acts and opened investigations, the campus climate remains fraught with safety concerns. F UNIVERSITY OF OREGON YALE UNIVERSITY University of California, Davis At UC Davis, Jewish students report high levels of antisemitism and feel unsafe expressing their identity. Despite condemnations and initiatives, the campus remains tense with inconsistent support. F Yale University At Yale, Jewish students faced harassment, exclusion, and blocked access, prompting a federal investigation. Despite policy changes, the campus remains hostile and unsafe for Jewish students. F UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON University of Pennsylvania U Penn Jewish students report antisemitic vandalism, hostile rhetoric, and a two week pro Palestinian encampment that heightened safety fears. The overall situation suggests a campus climate of serious risk and uneven institutional accountability. F UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL GRADES
STUDENT RESPONSES TO SURVEY Have you personally been a victim of antisemitism on campus? Do you hide your Jewish identity on campus and/or to fellow classmates? Do you feel unwelcomed as a Jew in certain spaces on campus? Do you feel Jews are included in your schoolʼs DEI space/initiatives? Do you feel blamed for the actions of Israel? Did your school do enough to safeguard its Jewish students post 10/7? Would you recommend your school to other Jewish students? Was your case properly investigated and are you happy with the outcome? If yes, did you report it? Yes: 58% No: 42% Yes: 65% No: 35% Yes: 12% No: 88% Yes: 39% No: 61% Yes: 65% No: 35% Yes: 39% No: 61% Yes: 62% No: 38% Yes: 42% No: 58% Yes: 62% No: 38%
RECOMMENDATIONS StopAntisemitism 2025 Recommendations for Universities Based on the 2025 StopAntisemitism Campus Report results, several key recommendations emerge for universities, drawn from the highest-graded campuses and the most concerning ones. These recommendations aim to help institutions proactively protect Jewish students and foster truly inclusive environments. 1. Swift and Transparent Incident Response: Top-performing universities (A-grade schools like Baylor, Clemson, and Colby) demonstrate that immediate condemnation of antisemitic acts and transparent investigation procedures are critical. Schools should ensure all reports of harassment, vandalism, or antisemitic rhetoric are addressed promptly, with clear communication to the student body about actions taken and outcomes. Transparency builds trust and reassures students that their safety and concerns are taken seriously. 2. Consistent Policy Enforcement and Accountability: Many C- and D-grade campuses reveal that inconsistent enforcement of policies allows antisemitism to persist. Universities must implement clear, standardized protocols for handling antisemitic behavior, including consequences for students, faculty, or staff who engage in harassment or discrimination. Regular audits and oversight committees can help maintain accountability and prevent lapses in enforcement. 3. Strengthen Jewish Student Support and Engagement: A-grade universities actively engage with Jewish organizations, ensuring students feel connected and supported. Programs like study abroad partnerships in Israel, Jewish cultural events, and educational initiatives on antisemitism reinforce inclusion. Schools should expand funding, advisory boards, and mentorship opportunities for Jewish students to cultivate a sense of community and resilience.
4. Proactive Education and Cultural Competence: Education programs on antisemitism, Zionism, and Jewish history—similar to initiatives at WashU and Clemson—equip students and staff to recognize and confront bias. Universities should provide mandatory training for faculty, resident advisors, and student leaders to prevent microaggressions, harassment, and the normalization of extremist rhetoric. 5. Collaboration with Federal and External Organizations: Campuses under federal investigation (e.g., UW–Madison, Yale, UC Davis) highlight the need for proactive collaboration with the U.S. Department of Education and advocacy organizations. Establishing formal partnerships and seeking guidance on compliance ensures universities remain ahead of legal and civil rights requirements while safeguarding students. 6. Monitoring and Transparency: Regular, publicly available reporting on antisemitic incidents—modeled by institutions like Colorado State University and Elon University—provides accountability and allows students to track progress. Universities should maintain dashboards or annual reports summarizing incidents, actions taken, and ongoing initiatives to improve campus climate. RECOMMENDATIONS CONTINUED
CONCLUSION The 2025 findings prove that antisemitism on campus is systemic, not episodic. It is embedded in the culture, policies, and power structures of higher education. Jewish students who report harassment are routinely dismissed, ignored, or retraumatized. Administrators hide behind “process,” either because they too are afraid or, worse, because they are complicit. Faculty validate and amplify extremist rhetoric, some even teaching it in class. And DEI offices, the very departments tasked with protecting minority students, often serve as engines of anti-Jewish hostility. A small number of universities made commendable efforts adopting IHRA, condemning terrorism, or expanding support for Jewish students. But these institutions are the exception, not the rule. The majority of campuses remain silent, inconsistent, or actively hostile to Jewish concerns. Investigations into antisemitism are mishandled or abandoned, reinforcing the message that Jewish students stand alone. This yearʼs data makes clear that DEI has become a primary vehicle for antisemitism in American academia. Instead of fostering inclusion, DEI offices have: • Normalized antisemitism under the banner of activism • Excused harassment as “political speech” • Excluded Jews from protections offered to other minorities • Indoctrinated students with ideological frameworks that demonize Israel and, by extension, Jewish identity, and empowered movements that openly call for the dismantling of the worldʼs only Jewish state
The solution is not reform, DEI has failed too fully, too structurally, and too consistently, and must therefore be completely dismantled. Its ideological rigidity, selective morality, and entrenched double standards have helped fuel the worst wave of campus antisemitism in modern American history. Worse still, academiaʼs refusal to confront this hatred threatens its own survival. Universities are meant to be beacons of reason, institutions committed to intellectual freedom and the pursuit of understanding. Instead, by allowing, endorsing, and institutionalizing anti-Jewish hatred, universities are poisoning their own foundations. The erosion of the bedrock principles of education does not just harm Jewish students, it threatens the very viability of higher education itself. If universities do not confront and uproot the systems that enable antisemitism, they will continue to fail their Jewish students–indeed all their students–and they will continue to betray their very reason for existing. Jewish students want to be proud of their schools, not afraid of them. If they want to survive, universities should take heed. The time for decisive action is not approaching. It is long overdue. CONCLUSION CONTINUED
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