Xavier University cancels UN ambassador’s commencement speech after student outcry
Xavier University’s pick to deliver its undergraduate commencement address has sparked criticism among students who oppose past positions by the U.S. on the war in Gaza. U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield is scheduled to speak at 1 p.m.
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Xavier University cancels U.N. ambassador’s commencement speech after student outcry
Some Xavier University students upset with planned commencement address by UN ambassador