UMD College Park senior testifies on campus antisemitism

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A University of Maryland, College Park senior recently testified in Washington, D.C., about antisemitism on campus, warning against using Jewish students' experiences for partisan agendas. Her remarks came during a federal civil rights investigation into how recent Trump and Biden administration policies, including threats to cut university funding, are affecting Jewish students' safety and free expression nationwide.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenges Jewish students face on college campuses, as well as concerns about how their experiences are being used for political purposes rather than addressing the root issues of antisemitism. The federal investigation underscores the seriousness of the problem and the need for universities to take concrete steps to protect all students' rights and safety.

The details

The UMD College Park senior testified about specific incidents of antisemitism she and other Jewish students have faced on campus, including harassment and vandalism. She warned that politicizing these experiences could undermine efforts to find real solutions and protect vulnerable students.

• The student testified in Washington, D.C. in February 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The federal civil rights investigation into the impact of recent administration policies on Jewish students' safety and free expression on college campuses is ongoing.