Sydney University accused of antisemitism
The University of Sydney is facing mounting criticism and potential legal action over allegations of antisemitism on campus. Jewish students and staff members are reportedly considering a class-action lawsuit, claiming they have encountered a hostile environment perpetuated by certain academics whose actions allegedly foster antisemitic sentiments. Read more
The University of Sydney updates its position
May 30, 2024 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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The University of Sydney has responded to the Zionist Federation of Australia’s call for the resignation of Vice Chancellor Mark Scott. Read more
Richard Kemp attempts to communicate with Sydney Uni pro-Palestinian protestors
May 22, 2024 by J-Wire News Service
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Rally at Sydney University passes peacefully
May 3, 2024 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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The “March for a Safe Campus” at the university of Sydney was a resounding success with more than 500 supporters defying the weather conditions and vocal opposition. Read more
Sydney professor fired over swastika faces appeal
A professor unlawfully fired for placing a swastika over the Israeli flag in a student presentation faces an appeal by his former university employer. Read more
Honi Soit tags the Hebrew, Biblical & Jewish Studies department closure at the University of Sydney
October 8, 2021 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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The Sydney University students’ paper Honi Soit has reported “a leaked list of enrolment numbers for units in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) reveals that up to 250 undergraduate subjects and over 240 postgraduate subjects are in danger from the University’s latest Draft Change Proposal (DCP)”. Read more
World-renowned architectural academic appointed by the University of Sydney
September 6, 2021 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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Professor Jean-Louis Cohen has been appointed the inaugural Penelope Visiting Professor in Architectural History at the University of Sydney. Read more
A Trying Subject…writes Emily Gian
March 27, 2015 by Emily Gian
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In medieval England, a separate court was established with the purpose of providing redress for people in a fair and just manner. Read more
Sydney University Disruption: B’nai B’rith has its say
March 19, 2015 by J-Wire News Service
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The president of B’nai B’rith NSW has written to Sydney University in the wake of the protest which disrupted a lecture being delivered by Colonel Richard Kemp. Read more
Sydney University: Violent protest under investigation
March 15, 2015 by J-Wire News Service
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lThe University of Sydney has started an investigation into Wednesday’s violent protest at a meeting being addressed by former UK military commander Colonel Richard Kemp. Read more
Protest at Sydney University – the video
March 12, 2015 by J-Wire News Service
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J-Wire has received video of yesterday’s violent protest at Sydney University disrupting a lecture by celebrated British military officer Colonel Richard Kemp. Read more