In a dramatic policy shift, the Trump administration has stripped Harvard University of its ability to enroll international students, sending shockwaves through academic communities worldwide. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the move Thursday, accusing Harvard of failing to comply with federal laws – though specifics remain unclear. 🎓⚖️
What’s Happening?
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem declared the university’s Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification revoked, calling it a 'warning' to other institutions. Existing international students now face a brutal choice: transfer schools or risk losing legal immigration status. 📜✈️
Harvard Fights Back
The Ivy League giant slammed the decision as 'unlawful' and 'retaliatory,' vowing to support its 27% international student population. 'This undermines America’s academic leadership,' read their fiery statement, referencing scholars from 140+ countries. 🌐🔥
Context Matters
This clash follows April’s $2.2B federal grant freeze after Harvard refused to scrap diversity programs and screen international students for ideology. Critics call it political theater; supporters claim national security priority. 💸🛡️
With over 5,500 international learners affected, the move could reshape global education trends – and how Gen Z views U.S. academic opportunities. 🧳📉
