NYU Withholds Diploma From Student Who Denounced Gaza War
Logan Rozos, a 2025 graduate of the Gallatin School at NYU, spoke out against the genocide in Gaza and the U.S. complicity in it.
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NYU Student's Powerful Graduation Speech Condemns Gaza Violence, Leads to Diploma Withholding
NYU Graduation Speech Sparks Controversy: Student Condemns Gaza Violence, University Withholds Diploma New York, USA – A recent New York University graduation ceremony took an unexpected turn when student Logan Rozos used his speech to condemn the ongoing violence in Gaza, calling it a “genocide” supported by the United States. His powerful words, which included the statement, “I condemn this genocide and complicity in this genocide,” were met with a mixture of applause and shock. The university's swift response – withholding Rozos' diploma and initiating disciplinary action – has further fueled the debate. The video circulating online shows Rozos delivering his speech, his voice filled with conviction. He states, "The genocide currently occurring is supported politically and militarily by the United States, is paid for by our tax dollars." The audience's reactions range from enthusiastic applause to stunned silence, reflecting the divisive nature of the issue. NYU's decision to withhold Rozos’ diploma has drawn criticism from some quarters, who view it as an infringement on free speech. Others, however, support the university's action, citing the potentially disruptive nature of Rozos' political statement within the context of an academic ceremony. The incident underscores the growing engagement of young people in political activism and the complex challenges faced by universities in balancing academic freedom with institutional reputation.
