With the recent spike in immigration enforcement activity in states like Minnesota, Oregon, and others, international educators may find the following resources useful in navigating these uncertain times. As ever, turn to NAFSA’s International Student and International Scholar Advising Networks to connect with your peers on these issues. (One does not need to be a member to participate in these networks.)
- NAFSA web page: The Applicability of FERPA (the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974) to International Students
- NAFSA e-learning course: Releasing Records to the Government: FERPA and Other Key Factors
- ACLU resource: Know Your Rights for Immigrants
- When Crisis Comes to Campus, a piece by NAFSA CEO, Fanta Aw published in AAC&U’s magazine, and which includes links to their practical guides:
- A recording of the NAFSA webinar, Immigration and Visa Implications of First Amendment Activity by International Students and Scholars (December 2024)
While not specific to federal immigration enforcement on campuses, NAFSA has several other resources that speak to managing change in turbulent times. Consider the e-Learning Express offerings, Managing Teams Through Times of Upheaval and Change and Sustaining Yourself and Your Team in Stressful Times.