New York [US], August 15 (ANI): Columbia University President Minouche Shafik announced her resignation on Wednesday, reported CBS News. The announcement comes months after she faced criticism for how she handled on-campus protests in reaction to the Israel-Hamas conflict. In an email to students and faculty members, Shafik wrote, “I write with sadness to tell you that I am stepping down as president of Columbia University effective August 14, 2024. I have had the honor and privilege to lead this incredible institution, and I believe that-working together-we have made progress in a number of i…