Knightbeat for February 26, 2026: Columbia’s ICE detention, Rutgers snow day and the staff who stayed
The snowy scene on the College Avenue Campus. (Photo credit: Manasvini Saripalli)
In this episode, the WRSU News Department covered the breaking news story of ICE agents detaining Ellie Aghayeva, a senior at Columbia University, and the student union’s rally in support of her freedom. This was followed by a report from RUSA on Rutgers students’ rights on campus regarding the possible presence of federal agents. The hosts also covered the results of President Trump’s annual State of the Union address. Pivoting to Rutgers news, the hosts detailed how students enjoyed their time in the snow amid the blizzard from over the weekend, while faculty and staff expressed their grievances over the statewide “state of emergency” not applying to them and having to work in unsustainable conditions during the storm. Hosted by Maryam Malihi, Adam Kaplan and Sofia Velez.