Federal Government Revokes Visas for International Students at Oklahoma Universities
The federal government has revoked the visas of several international students at Oklahoma universities, including Oklahoma State University (OSU), the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), and Oral Roberts University (ORU). OSU reported that eight student visas were revoked on April 8, 2025. UCO identified up to four international students potentially affected, while ORU acknowledged two students who could be impacted. The University of Tulsa reported no known visa revocations. (kjrh.com)
In response to these developments, the University of Oklahoma (OU) has expressed strong support for its international student community. University President Joseph Harroz Jr. and Interim Senior Vice President and Provost Jill Irvine issued a letter stating, "To each of our international students: you belong here, and we will do everything we can to keep you here." They also announced the formation of a task force to assess the situation and support affected students. (koco.com)
The visa revocations are part of a broader federal initiative targeting international students who have engaged in pro-Palestinian protests or expressed support for Hamas. The administration has utilized artificial intelligence programs to monitor social media activity, identifying students whose posts are deemed to support terrorist activities. This approach has raised concerns about free speech limitations and the safety of noncitizen students. (en.wikipedia.org)
Legal challenges have been mounted against the administration’s actions, with organizations like the American Association of University Professors and the Middle East Studies Association arguing that the policy infringes on constitutional rights and harms academic communities. (en.wikipedia.org)
As the situation continues to evolve, Oklahoma universities are working to support their international students and navigate the complexities of federal immigration policies.
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