11 October 2014
Given that Phyllis Wise has cited her paramount concern for the integrity of the University of Illinois in her decision to fire Salaita, she must provide an immediate, full and frank response to these allegations. Read more about Illinois chancellor who fired Salaita accused of serial self-plagiarism
8 October 2014
Jewish Studies department statement comes as furor over Palestinian-American professor’s firing over tweets about Gaza refuses to subside. Read more about Univ. of Illinois Jewish Studies program condemns Salaita firing
26 September 2014
“If, under this new regime, civility be the condition for expressing academic freedom and excellence, then let the appropriate expression be that of civil disobedience.” Read more about Move on? Work to reclaim Univ. of Illinois has has only just begun
24 September 2014
The University of Illinois says it can’t find a key document that may shed light on donor pressure to convince top administrators to fire Steven Salaita for his criticisms of Israel. Read more about Missing Salaita document hints at Univ. of Illinois cover up
15 September 2014
Discrepancies cast further doubt on the credibility of university officials’ explanations for their firing of Salaita and their lack of transparency over the influence of major donors. Read more about Email contradicts Univ. of Illinois president's statement on Salaita firing
11 September 2014
The Electronic Intifada questioned top University of Illinois officials on video about the apparent influence of pro-Israel donors on the decision to fire Steven Salaita. Read more about Watch: Univ. of Illinois top officials challenged on pro-Israel donor's role in Salaita firing
9 September 2014
It cannot be mere coincidence that the University of Illinois’ heavy-handed action targeted a Palestinian-American scholar and an American Indian Studies program. Read more about Why aren’t we talking about racism and colonialism in the Salaita affair?
9 September 2014
After student walk-out, Salaita reaffirmed his commitment to teaching and called on the university to reinstate him. Read more about Breaking silence, Salaita calls on Univ. of Illinois to rescind his firing over Gaza tweets
5 September 2014
James D. Montgomery also acknowledged the “adverse” impact that a growing boycott was having on the university’s ability to function. Read more about Univ. of Illinois trustee criticizes decision to fire Steven Salaita
4 September 2014
Phyllis Wise acknowledged the negative impact her decision to fire Israel critic Steven Salaita is having on the university. Read more about Illinois chancellor says she should have “consulted with more people” before firing Palestinian scholar