In the past week, several news outlets have reported on two federal policy changes that could significantly impact international students at U.S. colleges and universities. We continue to seek detailed information on both. Visa Appointment Suspension for New Students Abroad According to multiple sources, the […]
On March 20, an executive order (EO) was issued to close the U.S. Department of Education “to the maximum extent appropriate and permitted by law,” transferring education authority to states and local communities. According to a Department of Education news release, this change will […]
The 4th Circuit District Court of Appeals ruled on Friday, March 14, that the Administration’s efforts to restrict illegal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) activities across all government agencies and recipients of federal funding may proceed while legal challenges are ongoing. In staying a lower […]
Wake Forest University follows federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination or harassment of people based on their race, color, sex, national origin, or other protected categories1. These laws apply even when the goal is to advance important University goals, such as building […]
On Friday, Feb. 7, a federal district court in Maryland granted a nationwide preliminary injunction that temporarily blocks parts of two separate executive orders issued by President Trump aimed at eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in government contracts and grants. The court ruled […]
(Updated on Jan. 23, 2026) There are several reasons why officers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security (HSI), or other federal agencies may visit university property or otherwise request information about members of our community. The WFU Police Department, in consultation with […]