Kelly Ng & Annabelle Liang for BBC News report on the impact of the Trump administration’s move to stop Harvard University from enrolling international students. Shreya Mishra Reddy, an Indian student at Harvard, expressed her disappointment as she may not graduate on time due to this decision. The move has left many international students uncertain about their future, with Harvard calling it “unlawful” and potentially leading to a legal challenge. The students, who make up a significant portion of Harvard’s enrolments, are now facing the possibility of transferring to other American universities to maintain their visas. The Trump administration’s crackdown on institutes of higher learning, particularly those with pro-Palestinian protests, has further added to the anxiety and uncertainty among international students. The move has drawn criticism from countries like China and Pakistan, with students like Abdullah Shahid Sial describing the situation as “ridiculous and dehumanising.” Foreign students, who once saw the US as a welcoming place full of opportunities, now feel unwelcome and fearful, as many face challenges in continuing their education in the country. The overall atmosphere among international students is one of anxiety and uncertainty, with many unsure about their future plans due to the recent developments. Kelly Ng & Annabelle Liang Ini bukan hal-hal yang bisa kamu tinggalkan dalam semalam.”
Dan larangan ini tidak hanya mempengaruhi mahasiswa saat ini, kata orang Selandia Baru berusia 30 tahun.
“Pikirkan tentang mereka yang akan masuk, orang-orang yang sudah menolak tawaran dari sekolah lain dan merencanakan hidup mereka di sekitar Harvard. Mereka benar-benar terjebak sekarang.”
Laporan tambahan oleh Mengchen Zhang