PHILADELPHIA — In the early hours of Thursday morning, Drexel University and Philadelphia police arrived at the pro-Palestinian encampment at Drexel, asking protesters to evacuate the premises. Protesters left on
Many Drexel University students will be learning virtually again Wednesday as a pro-Palestine encampment enters its 4th day despite repeated calls from the university to disband.
After initiating a lockdown and remote learning following the formation of a pro-Palestinian encampment on campus, Drexel University is beginning a 'phased return' to its regular operations. Drexel President John Fry called for the encampment to disband; organizers disputed Fry's claims that administrators reached out to protesters directly.