A UCLA computer science doctoral student is suing the University of California system after nearly two years of disciplinary proceedings related to pro-Palestinian protests. The lawsuit alleges viewpoint discrimination and due process violations, claiming the university suspended him without sufficient evidence or notice. Dylan Kupsh, 27, faced 14 campus citations between August 2024 and June 2025 for blocking pathways, disrupting campus operations, and defying orders during protests. While most charges were dismissed, he was banned from campus for over 600 days and had his master’s degree withheld. The case highlights the opaque nature of university disciplinary processes, which often operate under a 'more likely than not' standard rather than criminal proceedings. Kupsh argues his punishment threatens his seven-year PhD pursuit and demands reversal of sanctions worth over $17,000 in lost income. The lawsuit also implicates UCLA administrators and police officials, with attorneys alleging the university used disciplinary actions to suppress pro-Palestinian activism. This case reflects broader tensions between campus free speech advocates and institutions facing federal scrutiny over handling antisemitism allegations.