Why I Ended the University of Chicago Protest Encampment
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As president of the University of Chicago, I ended the encampment that occupied the University’s Main Quad for more than a week. The Tuesday morning action resulted in no arrests. Recent months have seen tremendous contention over protests on campuses, including pressure campaigns from every direction. That made this a decision of enormous import for the university.
Originally published: May 7, 2024
Author: Paul Alivisatos
Position: President
Institution: University of Chicago
Published by: The Wall Street Journal