The resolution made no mention of Hamas, nor did it refer to the October 7 attacks that initiated the ongoing war between Israel and the jihadist group.
A Harvard undergraduate student accompanying the professors said that before the October 7 Massacre, there were areas that the university had to improve for Jews and Israelis.
Sadun's resignation comes after the House Committee on Education and the Workforce subpoenaed Harvard for not meeting its deadline to submit documents for its investigation into campus antisemitism.
The alumni have demanded monetary restitution for the costs of attending Harvard and damage to their reputation.
On Monday, the Harvard Faculty and Staff for Justice in Palestine apologized for an image posted that "likened Zionism to an imperial project," and was condemned by Jewish groups and administrators.
A new survey of nearly 2,000 BBYO participants across North America found that 64% said antisemitism on campus was an important factor in their decision regarding where to attend college.
In a statement, Harvard said it's unfortunate that the Committee has chosen to issue a subpoena given the breadth and extensive nature of the information Harvard has provided to the Committee.
The subpoenas demanded that Garber and the other university officials appear before the committee to produce the documents on March 4.
A pro-Palestinian group had held what it called an “emergency action for Rafah”, taking over a campus building without permits to condemn Israel’s planned invasion of Rafah.
While it is essential to press universities to condemn any antisemitic activity and ensure a safe space for Jewish and Israeli students, it doesn’t mean we are incapable of addressing opposing views.
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