Penn urges pro-Palestinian encampment to disband at once, pointing out legal and policy breaches

Interim President Larry Jameson stated that the pro-Palestinian encampment on College Green violates University policies and involves harassing conduct. He mentioned incidents of intimidating behavior and vandalism, including anti-Semitic graffiti on a statue. Jameson emphasized the importance of free speech but condemned actions that harass or threaten others. A Jewish Student Advisory Group met with administrators to discuss the impact of the encampment on Jewish student life, with over 100 students reporting harassment. Jameson warned that the University would take action if protests turned threatening or disrupted campus operations.

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