A news release from NU Educators for Justice in Palestine, Student Liberation Union and Jewish Voice for Peace said the camp is meant to be “a safe space for those who want to show their support of the Palestinian people.
Hundreds were seen protesting on Northwestern University's campus Thursday, setting up an encampment described by demonstrators as an "occupation," which led to tense moments at times between authorities and students.
Students at Northwestern University have become the latest to join the nationwide university protests against Israel’s bombardment of Gaza. Organizers say Northwestern’s administration has been trying to silence the students and faculty who have been speaking out against Israel’s war on Gaza.