Nemat Shafik

Nemat (Minouche) Shafik is a prominent academic and administrator who served as the President of Columbia University. She has been at the forefront of discussions surrounding academic freedom and campus safety, particularly in the wake of protests related to the Israel-Gaza conflict. Her leadership faced significant scrutiny after her decisions regarding campus protests led to accusations of failing to protect Jewish students, contributing to her resignation. Shafik's tenure has been marked by her efforts to navigate the complexities of free speech, diversity, and inclusion within higher education.