The start of the academic year was marred by alleged anti-Semitic incidents at four of the nation’s top tertiary institutions — the Australian National University, Monash, Adelaide and the University of NSW.
Two months on, the ANU and Monash allegations remain unresolved, despite official complaints being lodged at the time. Both alleged incidents involve claims of verbal abuse.
“Students at university have the right to study and socialise without being intimidated or singled out,” Mr Pyne said yesterday. “Anti-Semitism in all forms has no place in Australia and our universities must act quickly to address any incidents on campus.”
Matthew Lesh, the political affairs director of the Australasian Union of Jewish Students, described the alleged incidents as “vicious and worrying”.
“Though isolated and minimal in scope, it is important that universities respond strongly against any signs of hatred on campus,” he said.
Monash University did not respond to a request for comment by deadline.
