Cornell University Condemns Antisemitic Messages Targeting Jewish Community, Vows to Take Action

Cornell University has responded to a series of threatening messages targeting its Jewish community that were posted online over the weekend. University President Martha E. Pollack released a statement Sunday condemning the “horrendous, antisemitic messages” and warning that the school would not tolerate antisemitism.

The messages specifically named the Center for Jewish Living, located at 104 West, and threatened violence. In response, Cornell University dispatched campus police to the Jewish center and notified the FBI of a potential hate crime.

“We are taking this incident very seriously and are continuing to investigate,” Pollack said in the statement. “We will not tolerate antisemitism at Cornell.”

The incident is the latest in a series of concerning incidents on college campuses across the U.S. since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Pollack said the university is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students, faculty, and staff.

“We are deeply committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all members of our community,” Pollack said. “We are working to ensure that all members of our community feel safe and supported.”

Cornell University is continuing to investigate the incident and is encouraging anyone with information to contact the campus police. The university is also providing support services for anyone affected by the incident.