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Campus Protests are Another Historic Moment for Gen Z on The Viral List

We round up the most viral moments of the week…

Written and Edited by the YPulse Editorial Team

May 3 2024
North America

KEY TAKEAWAYS

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Recurring campus protests are yet another historic experience for Gen Z students Students across the U.S. are protesting their universities’ investments in companies with ties to Israel amid the conflict in Gaza. College campuses have long served as a focal point for protests (as supporters on TikTok have been quick to indulge the history on). YPulse’s Causes / Charity & Activism report data shows 49% of college students have taken part in a protest, rally, march, or other social demonstration. The protests have intensified over the last week, leading to law enforcement involvement, arrests, and allegations of excessive force against students...