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Harvard University Faces Potential Barring of Foreign Students by Trump Administration
WASHINGTON — The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has initiated measures aimed at preventing Harvard University from admitting international students, potentially revoking the prestigious institution's certification under a federal Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced the plans in Washington, stating that Harvard might no longer accept new foreign students under the program. Existing international students could be forced to transfer to other institutions or risk losing their U.S. residency status.
To accept international students, U.S. universities require certification under the SEVP, managed by the DHS. The department has raised the possibility of rescinding Harvard's certification, although it remains uncertain whether and to what extent this threat will withstand legal scrutiny.
The administration's actions are part of an escalating conflict with universities accused of nurturing a liberal bias. In this case, Harvard has resisted extensive political directives from Washington, including those regarding admissions processes, diversity programs, and personnel decisions. The university is currently contesting these directives in court.
The Trump administration has already imposed funding cuts, amounting to billions, on Harvard for various reasons, including its handling of anti-Semitism allegations on campus. In response, Harvard president Alan Garber recently announced he would forgo a quarter of his salary.
International students contribute significantly to the budget of many U.S. universities, often paying higher tuition fees than domestic students.
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Relevant enrichment data: The DHS has demanded that Harvard hand over records of all nonimmigrant students (F-1, M-1, or J-1 visa holders) and submit evidence of any criminal or violent activities by international students. Harvard could regain its SEVP certification if it complies by submitting the records within 72 hours. As of May 23, 2021, a U.S. federal judge has temporarily restrained the administration from revoking Harvard’s ability to enroll international students, allowing the university to continue admitting foreign students in the interim[1].
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers in the education-and-self-development sector, particularly regarding the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, as the politics surrounding the issue continue to escalate, as demonstrated in the general news about the potential barring of foreign students from Harvard University by the Trump Administration in Washington. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem's plans may significantly impact the education of international students in the USA, causing universities like Harvard to reassess their policies to comply with DHS regulations or risk their certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
