After months of widespread protests across United States college campuses demanding an end to the Israel-Gaza war, student activists are reacting with a mix of relief and anxiety following the announcement of a ceasefire deal. The demonstrations, which peaked in the spring with sit-ins and encampments, saw thousands of students arrested and were marked by both peaceful gatherings and violent confrontations with police. Many activists, like Khalid from Earlham College, expressed cautious optimism, feeling both hopeful for peace and uncertain about the future. The ceasefire has brought a sense of hope, but for many, the trauma of loss and the uncertainty of what comes next remain.

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