Columbia University’s interim president, Katrina A. Armstrong, is stepping aside following a deal with the Trump administration to negotiate federal funding. Armstrong took over after President Nemat “Minouche” Shafik resigned in August amidst protests on campus. Claire Shipman will now serve as acting president. Armstrong will return to the Irving Medical Center. The school agreed to the administration’s demands to restore $400 million in funding, which was revoked due to accusations of inaction regarding harassment of Jewish students. The university thanked Armstrong for her service and looks forward to her continued contributions. Please stay tuned for updates on this developing story from NBC News Digital’s breaking news reporter, Rebecca Cohen.
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