One Year Later: Reflections on the Pro-Palestinian Protest Camp at Auraria Campus

Khalid Hamu, a student organizer, reflects on the impact of last year's pro-Palestinian protest camp at Denver's Auraria Campus. The camp, which lasted nearly a month, aimed to influence university policies regarding investments in Israel. Hamu, who is set to graduate, feels that the protests have left a lasting mark on campus life, stating he may not pursue further education despite his family's emphasis on education. The camp ended on May 17, 2024, with limited success, as only one major demand was met: Metropolitan State University of Denver agreed to disclose its investments in companies operating in Israel. Organizers like Lucia Feast expressed hope that the protests would lead to substantive changes for universities and Palestine.

The events highlight the ongoing struggle for divestment and the impact of student activism on university policies.