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The U.S. Department of State announced on June 18 that U.S. embassies and consulates abroad will soon resume scheduling F and J visa appointments for students and scholars from most countries. The Office of International Services is communicating with the impacted members of our international community. We are here to support our international students and…

Travel ConsiderationsWhile students may travel internationally during scheduled university breaks, international travel remains fluid, and new restrictions could be implemented with little notice. The decision to travel internationally should be made carefully. As always, OIS will provide updates as new information becomes available. Due to the June 4, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, students holding passports from…

On June 4, the White House issued a Presidential Proclamation that imposes entry restrictions on nationals of 19 countries. The Office of International Services sent a message to impacted members of our international community, and will continue to communicate directly with them.  If you are on F-1 or J-1 status and a national of one of…

As you may have read, the U.S. Department of State has directed U.S. embassies and consulates to pause scheduling new visa interviews for student and exchange visitor applicants pending further guidance about social media screening procedures. In addition, a new federal policy position announced by the secretary of state may lead to some student visas being revoked. We know this news is concerning.…