Five international students at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst have had their visas revoked and their student status ended by the federal government, as reported in an email sent to the school community on Friday night. UMass Chancellor Javier Reyes stated that the school was not notified by the government about the revocations and only became aware through checks by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s SEVIS database.
Reyes emphasized the importance of the international community at UMass and assured all international students of the school’s support during this time. The university is working to connect the affected students with resources on and off-campus, including outreach from various school departments.
The revocations at UMass and Tufts University, where a student was recently taken by immigration officials, are concerning to Reyes. He noted that under the Trump administration, student statuses are being canceled quickly after visa terminations, even for minor incidents like off-campus traffic violations.
Reyes highlighted the value of international students in American higher education and emphasized the need to support these students. UMass is collaborating with government officials to ensure that the university remains a welcoming and global campus.
The situation has raised questions about the treatment of international students in the U.S. and the need for better communication between government agencies and universities. UMass is committed to standing by its international community and advocating for their rights and well-being.
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