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Referendum on the academic boycott of Israel at SOAS

London's School of Oriental and African Studies is holding a referendum on whether to cut ties with universities in Israel—an experience which will be transformative in more ways than one.

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On 29 January, the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) held its Union General Meeting (UGM), where everyone was welcome to participate. The most contentious item on the meeting agenda was the proposed referendum on the academic boycott of Israel, which is taking place between 23 and 27 February.