Thirteen universities across the United States have received an âFâ grade in the latest Campus Antisemitism Report Card released by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), according to a report by Fox News. The report evaluates the state of antisemitism on college campuses and how universities are responding to it.
The ADLâs survey assessed 135 schools, grading them from A to F based on 30 different criteria. These criteria were divided into three key categories, as reported by Fox News:
- Administrative Policies
- Jewish Life on Campus
- Campus Conduct and Climate Concerns
The findings revealed a mixed response from universities regarding rising antisemitism on campuses. While some institutions have taken significant steps to address the issue, others have received failing grades due to inadequate measures.
Findings of the Report
According to the report, 49 schools (or 36% of those surveyed) received a grade of A or B, an increase from 23.5% in 2024. Meanwhile, 41 schools (31%) received a D or F, marking an improvement from 44% in the previous yearâs report, as reported by The Times of Israel.
In a revision of its 2024 report, the ADL updated its findings in June 2024, upgrading the grades of 12 schools after reviewing additional data.
Universities That Received an âFâ Grade
Out of the 135 institutions surveyed, the following 13 universities received an F grade:
- California Polytechnic State University
- DePaul University
- Evergreen State College
- Haverford College
- Loyola University New Orleans
- Pitzer College
- Pomona College
- Portland State University
- Scripps College
- The New School
- University of California Santa Barbara
- University of Illinois Chicago
- University of Minnesota
Top-Ranked Universities
On the other hand, eight universities received an A grade for their proactive policies and strong response to antisemitism. These universities include, as reported by The Times of Israel:
- Brandeis University
- CUNY Queens College
- CUNY Brooklyn College
- Elon University
- Florida International University
- University of Alabama
- University of Miami
- Vanderbilt University
The report underscores the urgent need for universities to enhance protections for Jewish students and take stronger actions against antisemitic incidents. While some institutions have made notable progress, others continue to face criticism for their lack of adequate response to the growing concerns on campus.
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