Harvard University has condemned a Trump administration directive that bars it from enrolling international students, terming the move "unlawful." In a statement dated Friday, May 23, the university vowed to support the impacted students and reaffirmed its commitment to its global academic community. "The government's action is unlawful.
We are fully committed to maintaining Harvard's ability to host our international students and scholars, who hail from more than 140 countries and enrich the University - and this nation - immeasurably.
We are working quickly to provide guidance and support to members of our community," the statement read.
The university further warned that the directive could inflict serious harm on the institution and the country. "This retaliatory action threatens serious harm to the Harvard community and our country, and undermines Harvard's academic and research mission." The administration's action followed a Thursday announcement from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which revoked Harvard's certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP).
