Billionaire Ken Griffin stops donation to Harvard, calls students 'whiny snowflakes'

Billionaire investor Kenneth Griffin has temporarily halted his donations to Harvard University, citing concerns over the handling of antisemitism on campus and a broader leadership crisis. Griffin, who has donated over half a billion dollars to Harvard, made this announcement during a conference in Miami. Griffin's decision may have implications for other major donors and raises questions about the purpose of elite universities.

Jan 31, 2024 - 14:00
Billionaire Ken Griffin stops donation to Harvard, calls students 'whiny snowflakes'
Billionaire investor Kenneth Griffin has temporarily halted his donations to Harvard University, citing concerns over the handling of antisemitism on campus and a broader leadership crisis. Griffin, who has donated over half a billion dollars to Harvard, made this announcement during a conference in Miami. Griffin's decision may have implications for other major donors and raises questions about the purpose of elite universities.