Pro-Palestinian Protest at Stanford University Commencement
Hundreds of students at Stanford University walked out of commencement in a pro-Palestinian protest, organized by Stanford Against Apartheid in Palestine. The protest was in support of students arrested at previous protests and calling for divestment from Israel amid its conflict with Hamas.
Key Points
- Students walked out of commencement at Stanford University in a pro-Palestinian protest
- Protest organized by Stanford Against Apartheid in Palestine to support arrested students
- Calls for institution to divest from Israel amid conflict with Hamas
Pros
- Students showing solidarity with arrested peers
- Raising awareness about the Palestinian cause
Cons
- Disruption of commencement ceremony
- Potential disciplinary actions against participating students