The temporary president of the University of Colombia, Katrina Armstrong, resigned on Friday, just one week after the school accepted a controversial set of Trump administration to restore federal funding.
“I can have the opportunity to play a small role in moving in this vast institution through some of the most difficult moments in its history,” Armstrong wrote in a general statement. “But my heart is aware, and my passion for recovery. This is where I can serve this university and our community in the best way.”
Armstrong will return to its former role as head of the university’s medical center. Claire Shibman, Kushir of the University’s Board of Trustees, was appointed as Acting President.
The Trump administration recently moved to reduce $ 400 million from grants and federal contracts to Colombia, a huge financial blow to the institution. In an attempt to restore funding, Colombia agreed on a series of conditions set by the administration, including the strict protest policies, a security force on the enhanced campus, and the reinforced control over the Middle Eastern Studies Department, South Asia and Africa.
The teaching staff of Colombia, through the Federation of Faculty of Faculty in Manhattan, filed a $ 400 million lawsuit of federal funds to recover and accused many federal agencies of ignoring the required operations legally to end funding.
The Trump administration has also sought to deport Colombia students who support Palestine who are permanent residents or green cards. Mahmoud Khalil, a graduate of the University of Colombia who organized pro -Palestine activists on the campus, is held in detention while waiting to appear in front of the immigration judge on April 8, although he is a permanent resident.
The Colombia deal with Trump sparked a widespread violent reaction, as critics condemned it as a surrender to political pressure.
Armstrong, who held the position of temporary president in August, intervened after Minoshi Shavek resigned amid strong criticism about her dealings with campus protests.
Shipman is now facing the challenge of moving in the future of Colombia as it wrestles with the implications of its agreement with the Trump administration and the ongoing tensions within its academic community.
The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
