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The University of California system documented ⁢102 reported⁢ incidents of antisemitism across its ten campuses during the fall of 2023 and ‍the spring of 2024, according to a report released by the University of California President’s Office on January 22, 2026. ⁤This represents a 70% increase compared to the 60 incidents reported during the 2022-2023 academic year. The report details a range ⁣of incidents, from ⁢harassment and vandalism to threats and protests.

Incident Breakdown by Campus (2023-2024)

• UC Berkeley: 24 ‍incidents
• UCLA: 20 incidents
• UC Davis: 12 incidents
• UC Irvine: 10 incidents
• UC San Diego: 8 incidents
• UC Santa Barbara: 7 incidents
• UC Santa Cruz: 6 incidents
• UC Riverside: 5 ⁤incidents
• UC Los Angeles (David Geffen School of Medicine): 5 incidents
• UC San Francisco: 5 incidents

The report, commissioned by University of California President Michael V. drake Jr., was compiled by a working group led by Jay Sures, a partner at United⁣ Talent Agency and chair of the UC Board of Regents. The working group’s full report is available on the University of California website.

Types of Incidents Reported

The incidents included:

• Harassment: 45 incidents, including verbal abuse and online threats.
• Vandalism: 25 incidents, primarily involving antisemitic ‍graffiti.
• Protests: 20 incidents, some of which included antisemitic‍ rhetoric or symbols.
• Threats: ⁣12 incidents,ranging from direct threats to implied threats.

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) reported a 388% increase in antisemitic incidents in ‍the united States following the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas on Israel. ADL data ⁣shows a nationwide surge in antisemitism during this period. The UC report acknowledges this broader national trend.

The University of California report recommends several actions, including enhanced training ⁣for faculty and staff on identifying and responding to antisemitism, increased security measures on campuses, and a commitment to fostering a more ‍inclusive campus climate. The report also calls for continued collaboration with Jewish student organizations and community groups.

UC President Drake stated in a press release that the ⁤university “is committed ⁣to combating antisemitism and all forms of hate on our campuses.” He added that⁢ the university will ⁢”implement the recommendations of the working group to ensure a safe and ‍welcoming environment for all students.”