Sydney University appoints antisemitism advisor without public announcement. Vice-Chancellor Mark Scott selected Michael Abrahams-Sprod, Chair of Hebrew, Biblical and Jewish Studies, to lead antisemitism training programs for staff. The appointment began January 1, 2026, but university staff only learned about it through an internal notice months later. The Senate People, Culture and Safety Committee formally approved the position on March 6, over two months after Abrahams-Sprod started the role. He will co-deliver twelve training sessions with the Sydney Jewish Museum to 120 staff members in human resources, protective services, and student affairs. The lack of transparency surrounding the appointment raises questions about institutional communication practices and stakeholder engagement in university governance decisions.
