La Sorbonne University took legal action after “anti-Semitic statements and advocating Nazism” during a course

La Sorbonne University claimed to have received a report on Thursday that anti-Semitic statements had been displayed on a lecture hall screen during a course.

La Sorbonne University in Paris announced, Monday 24 November 2025, that it had taken legal action in the aftermath “anti-Semitic statements and support for Nazism” on November 20 while giving a lecture at the Faculty of Health, explaining the stance in a press release published on Monday, November 24.

“Thursday, November 20, Sorbonne University received a report regarding anti-Semitic statements displayed on the amphitheater screen during a DES (Diploma of Specialized Studies) general medical lecture at the Faculty of Health”assured press release. “Six teachers and approximately one hundred students, during this course, were exposed to racist comments explicitly advocating Nazism, displayed on the amphitheater screen following responses made on the Wooclap tool used during teaching”he continued.

Courses were suspended and the amphitheater was evacuated, the university said. “Support is provided to the victim’s teacher and the teaching team present. In addition, the general medicine department has established a psychological unit that can be accessed by all students who feel the need. Secularism, the fight against racism and anti-Semitism have also been contacted.”

The university stated that it had handed over all its elements to the public prosecutor, “based on article 40 of the Criminal Procedure Code, so that justice can be served.” “Identification of the perpetrator is underway and the university will initiate disciplinary proceedings once identification is made.”ensure standing. “This creation recalls his unwavering commitment to fighting anti-Semitism, racism and all forms of discrimination.”