From the Associated Press:
France’s education minister says protesting students who have blocked universities for months will not get diplomas.
Xavier Darcos says just a handful of students protesting against a proposed university reform have succeeded in disrupting operations at several French universities. Those students will not be awarded their degrees, he told RTL radio on Monday.
The protests have disrupted or completely blocked universities across the country, delaying many exams, in recent weeks and months.
The government says the university reforms are aimed at freeing up universities to allow private sponsors and become more competitive. Students say the government is commercializing universities
The protesters’ tactics have been disgusting. People attempting to attend or teach class have been met with barricades and intimidation. University presidents have been held hostage.