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US Universities Advise International Students to Return Amidst Trump Policy Concerns

Foreign students urged to curtail vacations as potential immigration policy shifts loom with Trump's presidency.
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, universities across the United States are urging international students to return to campus before policy changes potentially disrupt their residency status.

With Trump’s earlier statements on immigration and campus security causing anxiety, educational institutions are recommending foreign students complete their travels and return to the U.S. by January 19, just before his inauguration.

Throughout his campaign and in previous statements, Trump has been explicit about his intentions to overhaul immigration policies and tighten campus security, including promising to 'cleanse campuses of anarchists and Islamists.’ His rhetoric has sparked widespread concern among academic institutions about the possible impacts on students and faculty from abroad.

This unease traces back to Trump's first term when several executive orders were issued that severely restricted entry into the United States from predominantly Muslim countries, often dubbed as 'travel bans.' These measures led to legal challenges and widespread confusion at airports and universities, causing uncertainty for international students.

Currently, universities are taking preemptive measures, advising students to minimize risks of getting stranded abroad due to potential policy shifts.

According to the latest data from the Institute of International Education, there are over 1 million international students in the U.S., contributing significantly to the academic and cultural fabric of universities as well as the national economy.

The possible expansion of such restrictive measures has made universities, which regard diversity and exchange as foundational principles, particularly uncomfortable.

Administrators are closely monitoring developments in immigration policies and preparing support systems to assist students who may be affected by sudden policy changes.

In addition to their travel advisories, universities are pledging to continue advocating for their international community's rights.

Some have issued statements reaffirming their commitment to all students' safety and well-being, emphasizing the vital role of cultural diversity and academic freedom.

The evolving situation leaves international students and academic institutions on edge, as they await clarity on how Trump's upcoming policies may shape their futures.
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