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Columbia University Apologizes for 'October 7th' Sauce Date on Menu
Columbia University issued an apology after "October 7th" appeared next to a sauce on its dining hall menu on the third anniversary of the Hamas attack. The university stated it was a technical error, explaining the date was accidentally carried over from a template.
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What happened
- 01Columbia University menu mistakenly listed "October 7th" next to a sauce on the attack anniversary.
- 02University officials called the appearance of the date a technical error and apologized.
- 03The incident sparked outrage on social media, with many interpreting it as a reference to the Hamas attack.
- 04The university is a frequent site of pro-Palestinian protests and has faced criticism over antisemitism.
- 05Columbia previously settled with the federal government for $221 million over discrimination allegations.
The incident occurred amid ongoing campus protests and scrutiny over the university's response to alleged antisemitism. The university has previously settled with the federal government over discrimination claims.
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