DAVIS, Calif. — The UC Davis chancellor is condemning social media posts allegedly made by a faculty member about the Israel–Hamas war.
The post made to X, formerly known as Twitter, allegedly called for violence toward some in the Jewish community in the United States as the conflict grows. In a statement, the university says it rejects all forms of violence and discrimination.
The post was allegedly made by Jemma Decristo, an American Studies assistant professor. The social media account has since been turned to private and Decristo’s faculty biography has been removed off UC Davis’ website.
ABC10 reached out to Decristo but have not heard back yet.
The posts are no longer visible but they are still circulating online along with calls for Decristo to be fired.
The post accuses U.S. Zionist journalists of spreading propaganda and misinformation, warning them to be fearful.
The UC Davis community says they think the behavior is inappropriate.
“That's not something that shouldn't be happening on a college campus, the United States of America,” said one student.
Hillel at Davis and Sacramento, a center for Jewish students, released a statement condemning the posts, saying “there is no place for hate or antisemitism at UC Davis.”
The UC Davis chancellor also wrote to the community about the post, calling them “antithetical to the values of our university.”
“UC Davis rejects all forms of violence and discrimination, as they are. We strive to foster a climate of equity and justice built on mutual understanding and respect for all members of the community,” the statement said.
The posts, if made by the faculty member, could violate the faculty code of conduct. An investigation is ongoing to ensure the university is not violating the professor's First Amendment rights.
Barry Broad with the Jewish Federation Of Sacramento says there is no reason for people to resort to that level of talking or action.
“Emotions are running high. We understand that,” he said. “We can't live in a civilized society where threats of violence are acceptable and there are no consequences for making that.”
Some people are asking why the professor is still employed at UC Davis and the chancellor says there are steps the UC system has to follow before moving forward. Personnel matters are confidential.
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