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University introduces support groups for Jewish, Arab, Muslim and Palestinian students

Stanford President Richard Saller and Provost Jenny Martinez announced two new support groups and new campus safety measures in an email Monday, following calls from community members demanding further support from the University for students affected by the Israel-Gaza war.  The two support groups — the Antisemitism, Bias and Communication Subcommittee and the Muslim, Arab … [Read more…]

Going for Baroque: Apollo’s Fire to join Philharmonia Baroque for Jewish ‘Diaspora’ concert on Friday

The first question I asked conductor Jeannette Sorrell was supposed to be straightforward: what was your experience with Jewish music growing up? “Well, growing up, I had no idea that I was half Jewish,” she said.  She then began a whirlwind story of immigration, deception and cultural collisions that landed right at the heart of … [Read more…]