Instructors are likely unaffected, as they will be present under a status that doesn't require SEVIS authorization, such as H-1B or O-1. Researchers are more likely to be affected, but that depends on how their program is structured. THey may be here on H-1Bs, or a J-1 exchange visa; the J-1 status would be affected.
Ask Trump.
I think you are still confusing student visas with the Harvard’s certification under Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). And it is a legal requirement that the university has certification in order for foreign students to attend. Harvard has just lost their certification
So weak.
The media can say whatever they want. They have a first amendment right to do so. Same way students on college campuses do. The government can do exactly nothing about it, which is why Trump keeps having his ass handed to him in court. And any patriotic American who values the constitution, and freedom, should loudly denounce the governments attempt at unconstitutional actions.
The certification can’t be revoked over this. Those students can still study at Harvard. The government can’t revoke the status because trumps feelings are hurt. Sorry.
And backsies.
Sure do:
You might think that, but it doesn't. SEVIS certification is required to host international students, like it or lump it. If it's within the administration's power to withdraw the certification in this instance, it will affect all current international students, regardless of their enrollment date.
That was pretty much the gist when I speculated that this was something Trump could do this if Harvard's declination to provide the requested information was sufficient to revoke SEVIS.
It's a sliding scale, I imagine. Requests for information about international students from a school certified to accept international students when that information may make some of those international students removable is plausibly reasonable. A request for information on what Johnny Smith, US citizen, had for lunch at the dining hall yesterday is less so.
I don't know what to tell you. I don't know Trump's motivations on "why Harvard." Which is why I suggested the questioner seek the answer elsewhere. You prefer I make it up?
Considering that I've made no judgmental statements either way and simply opined on how this will affect the international student cohort at Harvard, what is it you think my position is?
The certification wasn’t removed because President Trump’s feelings were hurt.
The certification wasn’t removed because President Trump’s feelings were hurt.
On April 16, 2025, Secretary Noem demanded Harvard provide information about the criminality and misconduct of foreign students on its campus. Secretary Noem warned refusal to comply with this lawful order would result in SEVP termination.
This action comes after DHS terminated $2.7 million in DHS grants for Harvard last month.
Harvard University brazenly refused to provide the required information requested and ignored a follow up request from the Department’s Office of General Council. Secretary Noem is following through on her promise to protect students and prohibit terrorist sympathizers from receiving benefits from the U.S. government.
FAFO for Harvard.
Per the DHS website:
SEVP-certified schools must go through a Congressionally mandated recertification process every two years. During this process, SEVP reviews a school’s record keeping to verify that it continues to be a bona fide school and remains compliant with SEVP regulatory standards.SEVP School Certification Life Cycle | Study in the States
studyinthestates.dhs.gov
SEVP is not a right, it is a privilege. Harvard ****ed their students.
Generic.
The certification can’t be revoked because of this. The 14th amendment protects both privileges and rights. Without due process, Harvard can’t have their status revoked. If DHS wants the information they are requesting, they need a warrant. Without one’s Harvard can tell them to **** off and the government can do exactly nothing about it.The certification wasn’t removed because President Trump’s feelings were hurt.
On April 16, 2025, Secretary Noem demanded Harvard provide information about the criminality and misconduct of foreign students on its campus. Secretary Noem warned refusal to comply with this lawful order would result in SEVP termination.
This action comes after DHS terminated $2.7 million in DHS grants for Harvard last month.
Harvard University brazenly refused to provide the required information requested and ignored a follow up request from the Department’s Office of General Council. Secretary Noem is following through on her promise to protect students and prohibit terrorist sympathizers from receiving benefits from the U.S. government.
FAFO for Harvard.
Per the DHS website:
SEVP-certified schools must go through a Congressionally mandated recertification process every two years. During this process, SEVP reviews a school’s record keeping to verify that it continues to be a bona fide school and remains compliant with SEVP regulatory standards.SEVP School Certification Life Cycle | Study in the States
SEVP is not a right, it is a privilege. Harvard ****ed their students.
Read up about the SEVP program. The participating schools are required to provide the mandatory reports to DHS. Harvard failed to do that.
This is like having your driver’s license revoked because you failed to provide proof of insurance.
No they didn’t. The reports DHS were requesting weren’t required. Some require warrants.
Of course there is.
And can’t be revoked arbitrarily.
Secretary Noem demanded Harvard provide information about the criminality and misconduct of foreign students on its campus.