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April 28 2024
Quiet Sunday so far after tensions Saturday night at Emory
April 28, 2024 1:11 PM
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April 28, 2024 11:41 PM
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April 27 2024
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Emory demonstration peaceful with no police presence
April 27, 2024 6:54 PM
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All arrested after Emory protest released from DeKalb jail, records show
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No signs of protest on Emory campus after police disperse late-night crowd
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April 26 2024
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Protests begin at UNC Chapel Hill and other campuses
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Professor detained during protest concerned with free speech on campus
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Faculty senate of Emory college calls for no-confidence vote for president
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U.S. Rep. Mike Collins injects Falcons humor into protest conversation
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Emory University faculty group to discuss concerns about protest response
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State Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver asks that misdemeanor charges be dismissed
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Quiet Sunday so far after tensions Saturday night at Emory

After three days of protests, the quad at Emory University was quiet and empty Sunday morning.

However, evidence of recent days’ vandalism on buildings was still visible. For example, “FREE PALESTINE” could still be seen on the exterior of the Michael C. Carlos Museum despite efforts to remove the graffiti.

When graffiti was being spray-painted on at least one building on the quad Saturday night, Emory police came in and broke up the crowd.

In a statement from Emory University President Gregory Fenves on Sunday morning, he noted: “On Friday and again yesterday, hundreds of students and faculty assembled peacefully on our Atlanta campus for student-led protests. Our open expression team worked closely with the student organizers of the events to facilitate their peaceful expression, and that partnership worked as it is supposed to.

“That changed last night.”

After three days of protests, the quad at Emory University was quiet and empty Sunday morning. The Michael C. Carlos Museum (at left) was among buildings vandalized in the past days, and "Free Palestine" can still be seen despite efforts to remove the graffiti.

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He noted the vandalism: “Last night’s incidents follow similar vandalism that occurred on the Quad last Monday. The Emory Police Department is coordinating with other law enforcement agencies to investigate these crimes.”

He concluded his message: “I am dedicated to keeping this campus safe as community members finish classes, continue their research, sit for exams, and prepare for Commencement.”

Meanwhile, a faculty group at Emory has called for a no-confidence vote on Fenves in the wake of law enforcement officers arresting protesters on Thursday.