Columbia security breaks up new encampment before alumni weekend, social media video shows

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Protesters erected a new encampment on Columbia University's campus Friday, just as the school's annual alumni reunion weekend was getting underway.

NEW YORK -- Protesters erected a new encampment on Columbia University's campus Friday, but social media video shows security broke it up. It happened just as the school's annual alumni reunion weekend was getting underway. There was no word on any arrests. A Columbia spokesperson said in a statement, 'We are aware of the encampment erected this evening and are monitoring the situation. We remain committed to hosting a successful weekend for our alumni.

Discussions between school officials and student protest organizers were ongoing throughout the occupation, but they eventually broke down and students were told to dismantle their tents. Protesters then forced their way into Hamilton Hall, and Columbia President Dr. Minouche Shafik called police to clear the building and dismantle the encampments on April 30.Over 100 people were arrested. Police say 29% of those arrested were not affiliated with the school.

 

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