University of Rostock designates initial Anti-Semitism Administrator - University of Rostock installs its inaugural Anti-Semitism Officer
## University of Rostock Takes a Stand Against Anti-Semitism
The University of Rostock has taken a significant step towards fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and acceptance by appointing its first Anti-Semitism Commissioner. The newly created position, held by theologian and Old Testament scholar Martin Rösel, aims to serve as a point of contact for university members experiencing or witnessing anti-Semitic incidents.
Martin Rösel, an academic counselor at the Chair of Old Testament at the Theological Faculty of the University of Rostock, will be responsible for dealing with anti-Semitic incidents on campus. His teaching and research areas include the Old Testament, Hebrew language, text criticism, history of the Hebrew Bible, Bible translations in antiquity and the present, and the religious history of the ancient Orient.
Rösel's appointment is a clear signal from the university that it will not tolerate anti-Semitism. Rector Elizabeth Prommer has stated that anti-Semitism has no place at the university, and the new position is expected to help in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and acceptance.
While German universities, as public institutions, are generally subject to federal and state laws that prohibit all forms of hate speech, racism, and anti-Semitism, the University of Rostock's specific actions and policies cannot be confirmed without official university statements or credible reports.
Recent debates in Germany highlight a broader concern with rising anti-Semitism, sometimes linked to nationalist movements or political divisions. Some political parties and civil groups have publicly condemned anti-Semitism and called for increased vigilance and education. However, the University of Rostock's particular strategies or stance cannot be confirmed without direct inquiries or searching German-language sources.
For detailed and up-to-date information about the University of Rostock's policies and actions against anti-Semitism, it is recommended to consult the university's official website, press releases, or official statements.
The University of Rostock, in its commitment to fostering a respectful environment, has established various policies including the Community Policy and Employment Policy to address issues such as anti-Semitism. As a part of this effort, the university has appointed Martin Rösel, an Old Testament scholar, as the Anti-Semitism Commissioner, who will champion education-and-self-development and general-news programs related to combating anti-Semitism on campus.
