Harvard University students are voicing their concerns after U.S. President Donald Trump revoked the institution’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program on Thursday.
The decision effectively blocks Harvard from enrolling international students, a move that could impact around 25% of its student population.
Tirone Breathwhite, an engineering student, called the move a “terrible choice.” He stated, “The U.S. thrives by bringing together people from around the world. We should be preserving this diversity, not diminishing it.”
International students play a crucial role in the academic and cultural fabric of universities across the nation. Many fear that this policy could reduce the richness of perspectives on campus and hinder global collaboration.
Students and faculty alike are awaiting further announcements from the university administration on how they plan to address the situation. In the meantime, discussions continue among the student body about the importance of diversity and inclusivity in education.
