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highlight the growing normalization 
of microaggressions and macroag-
gressions. In 2022, the FBI reported 
that 63% of all religious hate crimes in 
Michigan targeted Jewish people (FBI 
Crime Data Explorer), and that num-
ber is likely rising. 
While microaggressions might seem 
less severe than overt acts of aggres-
sion, they can be more insidious, mak-
ing them harder to identify and report. 
Being excluded from class discussions, 
followed on campus or stared at in a 
hostile way can create a pervasive sense 
of fear. When any minority group 
feels targeted, it negatively impacts the 
campus experience for everyone. This 
includes Jewish students. When we feel 
safe, we are more likely to engage in 
campus life, join clubs and express our 
Jewish identity. This, in turn, fosters 
diversity and inclusivity on campus.
Regardless of their political views, 

Jewish students across America feel the 
repercussions when Israel is in conflict. 
This is especially true now, with ten-
sions on campus higher than ever.
We want to express our gratitude to 
everyone who stopped by the SFI table 
and showed their support — whether 
through whispers, smiles or conver-
sations. We also appreciate the WSU 
police for checking in on us and ensur-
ing our safety throughout the event. 
Thank you to everyone who took the 
time to help make a minority group 
feel more comfortable and secure on 
campus. 
We look forward to continuing to 
use this platform to share diverse per-
spectives on Israel and proudly show-
case our identity and culture. @

Carolyn Klausner, Jared Pazner and
Kaitlyn Arnston are members of Wayne 
State Students for Israel.

www.emich.edu/jewish-studies/support

In this challenging moment, 
we must tell our own story 
and not let others tell it for 
us. EMU’s Center for Jewish Studies 
has worked with the university to 
promote a civil atmosphere on campus. 
Our events, which foster appreciation 
for the richness of Jewish culture and 
history, continue to be popular and 
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