During a February student protest, someone called the professor a "Zionist," but the university couldn't confirm anyone added "pig," as reported in the media.
Earlier in the week, the student government at the University of Chicago approved a Israel divestment resolution, but the school affirmed its position against such actions.
Two Jewish lawmakers spearheaded a letter saying Students for Justice in Palestine is a “toxic” organization whose “true nature and belief” is "nothing short of" the elimination of Israel.