The protesters demanded that the college disclose all of its financial ties.
With graduation happening this weekend, pro-Palestinian protesters set up camp on the commencement stage at Pomona College. Like many protests at other college campuses, protesters demanded a ceasefire in Gaza and for its university to cut ties to Israel. 'Students, faculty and staff all want divestment on Pomona campus,' protest spokesperson Sinqi Chapman said. 'Now, it's really the turn of Pomona College to really respond to that call.
'Throughout the year, college leaders have offered to meet with student protesters and will continue to do so. We will promote safety for all members of our community and pursue our educational mission, considering the full range of viewpoints,' administrators stated.Sophomore Will Bennett said students have the right to speak up but also expressed his peers' concerns. 'I think there are also people on campus who just don't feel safe with what's going on,' he said.
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