36 | NOVEMBER 21 • 2024 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. 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