STEP BY STEP GUIDE

  • Example: A professor repeatedly calls on you to “defend” Israel or represent Israel’s perspectives in discussions because you wear a Jewish star or otherwise display your Jewish identity.

  • Example: The professor deviates from the syllabus, which outlines a focus on Middle Eastern art and sculpture, to instead spend significant class time discussing the war in Gaza following October 7. During these discussions, the professor frequently inserts anti-Israel rhetoric or encourages debate on politically charged topics unrelated to the academic focus of the course.

  • Example: A professor cancels a scheduled class session and emails students, encouraging them to attend a political rally during the original class time. Additionally, the professors canceled office hours that same day to participate in the rally themselves.

  • Example: A professor schedules an exam on Yom Kippur, despite being informed at the beginning of the semester that the holiday is one of the most significant days of observance for Jewish students. The professor refuses to provide an alternative exam date or accommodation when approached about the conflict.

  • Example: A student submits a research paper discussing Israel’s contributions to technology and innovation as part of the assignment's focus on global advancements. The professor returns the paper with a significantly lower grade, citing "bias" in the student’s perspective, despite the inclusion of reputable sources and adherence to the assignment criteria. When questioned, the professor criticizes the student's "Zionist viewpoint," suggesting that it undermines the academic objectivity of the work.

  • Example: The professor publicly participates in an antisemitic  demonstration held on campus, during which they display signs and deliver speeches that praise terrorist groups or target Jewish students on the basis of religion, shared heritage, or national origin. 

  • Example: A professor assigns a required reading for the course that exclusively presents anti-Israel viewpoints, framing Israel as the sole aggressor in the Middle East without offering balanced or scholarly perspectives, shutting down attempts to introduce alternative viewpoints. The syllabus, originally focused on Middle Eastern geopolitics, is skewed to repeatedly emphasize anti-Israel narratives, using the curriculum as a platform for political advocacy rather than academic exploration.

  • Examples: Jews Have Too Much Power, Jews Are Disloyal, Jews Are Greedy, Disease/Filth, Blood Libel, Holocaust Denial, Holocaust Denial, Praise and/or Denial of October 7 Events, Justification of Violence Against Jews, Glorification of Terrorism, Calls for the Erasure of Israel, Denial of Jewish Suffering in the October 7th Attacks, Demonization of Jewish Students and Organizations, Antisemitic Vandalism and Harassment, Equating All Jews with the Israeli Government, or Targeting of Jewish Symbols or Memorials. 

  • Example: A Stanford University lecturer was suspended after reportedly singling out Jewish students in class, labeling them as "colonizers," and downplaying the Holocaust. The instructor allegedly justified Hamas's attacks as resistance and separated Jewish students from their belongings to illustrate his point. Stanford University has initiated an investigation into the incident.

  • Example: The professor assigns a reading from a controversial author known for making antisemitic statements, such as Sayyid Qutb or Ta Nahesi Coastes, whose writings include inflammatory claims about Jews in works like Milestones. The text is presented as a critical piece of Islamic thought without addressing or contextualizing its antisemitic content.

  • Example: A visibly Jewish student wearing a Star of David necklace is physically assaulted on campus by an individual shouting anti-Israel slogans. The attacker accuses the student of being complicit in alleged war crimes in Gaza because of their Jewish identity. 

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as formal legal advice. Students experiencing antisemitism or related incidents are strongly encouraged to submit a formal report through the app. This enables us to provide additional resources, guidance, and, when appropriate, tailored legal support to address the specific nature of the incident. The guides available within the app serve as practical tools for navigating these situations, helping students understand their rights, document incidents effectively, and take the necessary steps to address their concerns. For formal legal assistance, students are advised to consult a licensed attorney.