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Jewish Federation Orange County Hails Campus Decision

Muslim Student Union Suspended at UC Irvine

For Immediate Release
June 14, 2010

(Irvine, CA) -- Jewish Federation Orange County today announced it has learned the results of UC Irvine’s judicial process.  Campus administration has suspended the Muslim Student Union (MSU) for one year and placed it on disciplinary probation for an additional year.

The MSU membership is also required to collectively complete 50 hours of community service.  As a result, it will not be allowed to conduct organized campus events until at least the fall of 2011.

“We commend the University for its judicious decision in support of free speech and civil discourse,” said Shalom Elcott, President and CEO of Jewish Federation Orange County.   “The University’s disciplinary action regarding the MSU establishes an important and appropriate precedent and sends a powerful message to other universities across the nation.” 

Read the complete press release here.

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