Conflict over the conservative publication’s editorial direction and financial independence has left the masthead bare, the money in limbo, and the website dark.
The student, who has not been identified publicly, was placed on involuntary leave and removed from University housing on October 21, according to his lawyer.
A fourth-year was arrested by the Chicago Police Department at the October 11 pro-Palestine protest and charged with Class 2 Aggravated Battery to a Peace Officer.
A pro-Palestine rally saw three protesters arrested and physical altercations between protesters and officers. Earlier, protesters locked Cobb Gate using a bike lock, and multiple police officers used pepper spray and batons. Protesters damaged UCPD vehicles and kicked at least one officer.
The University said the proposed meeting would involve a discussion of “topics related to the University, Israel, and divestment,” according to an email obtained by the Maroon.
In emails addressed to members of the University community, Alivisatos and Rasmussen emphasized UChicago’s commitment to free speech while explicitly stating the encampment is in violation of University policy.
