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Action Alert Briefing: Will International Students Return in Fall 2021? A Vital Resource at Risk
April 7, 2021post
The nonpartisan, nonprofit Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration brings college and university presidents and chancellors together on the immigration issues that impact higher education; immigrant and international students, alumni, faculty, and staff; and our campuses, communi...
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Template Letter to Congress on the U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021 for Higher Ed Institutions
March 19, 2021post
Letter from Coalition of Organizations to Secretary of State and HHS on University Sponsorship of Refugees
March 9, 2021post
The Presidents’ Alliance developed this template letter to Congress, particularly the Senate, for institutions of higher education to adapt and send to Senate delegations in support of the Dream Act of 2021, which would codify Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) into law and provide a p...
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Steering Committee Letter Endorsing the Dream Act of 2021
Transmitted electronically
March 2, 2021
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510
Dear Senators:
On behalf of the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration, we write to express our full support of the bipartis...
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How Many Undocumented Students are in U.S. Colleges and Universities, and Who Are They?
The Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration partnered with New American Economy to release an updated analysis of how many undocumented students are pursuing higher education in the Unite...
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Fulfilling America’s Promise: Briefing with Senator Dick Durbin on Dream Act and Immigration Reform
February 28, 2021post
Florida Thriving: Florida IMPAC Summit for Immigration Reform
February 28, 2021post
New England Business Immigration Summit
February 28, 2021post
Rethinking Tuition for Undocumented Students Through Interstate Tuition Agreements (ITAs): A Way Forward?
February 23, 2021post
BRIEFING: Refugee Advocacy and Higher Education Access
February 22, 2021post
Statement for the Record for Hearing on the U.S. Immigration System and the Need for Bold Reforms
February 11, 2021post
Letter to Secretary Mayorkas Regarding Recommendations on Domestic and International Students
February 9, 2021post
Overview of President Biden’s Immigration Reform Legislation in Regards to Higher Education and Student Immigrants
February 8, 2021post
Letter to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Regarding International Student Enrollment Flexibility
February 5, 2021post
Letter to Secretary of State Blinken on International Students
February 1, 2021post
Letter to Acting Education Secretary Rosenfelt on COVID-19 Emergency Grants for Immigrant Students
January 29, 2021post
On January 29, 2021, we sent a letter to Acting DHS Secretary Pekoske on behalf of international students to address issues that they face.
Letter to Acting DHS Secretary Pekoske on Issues Facing International Students
Delivered electronically
January 29, 2021
David Pekoske, Acting Secret...
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RAPID RESPONSE BRIEFING: What’s Next?: The Future of DACA in Regards to Litigation, Executive Action & Legislation
January 26, 2021post
Overview of Biden Executive Actions on Immigration Related to Higher Education and Students
January 25, 2021post
Directory of Immigration Recommendations and Developments Under the Biden Administration
January 25, 2021post
The nonpartisan, nonprofit Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration brings college and university presidents and chancellors together on the immigration issues that impact higher education; immigrant and international students, alumni, faculty, and staff; and our campuses, communi...
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Letter to President-Elect Biden and Secretary-Designate Mayorkas with DACA Recommendations
December 21, 2020post
President-elect Joe Biden’s Platform and Statements on Higher Education and Immigration
December 1, 2020post
Executive and Administrative Immigration and Higher Education Actions
November 12, 2020post
On October 26, 2020, the Presidents' Alliance of Higher Education and Immigration submitted a comment in opposition to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS's) new proposed rule eliminating duration of status for international students.
Presidents' Alliance Comment Opposing New Propo...
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This one-hour briefing provided in-depth coverage of a new Presidents’ Alliance-commissioned and Migration Policy Institute-produced report on the number of first and second generation immigrant students in higher education. The report reveals the significant impact of immigration policy on colle...
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Promise Programs: An Avenue to Expand College Affordability, Access, and Success for Undocumented Students
October 15, 2020post
Immigrant-Origin Students in U.S. Higher Education
October 15, 2020post
On October 8, 2020, the Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration led 90 organizations, ranging from higher education institutions to national organizations, in submitting a letter to acting U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) leadership to request an extended 60-day comment...
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Rapid Response Briefing: Proposed Rule to End Duration of Status for International Students and Exchange Visitors
October 8, 2020post
The Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration and NAFSA developed a talking points template comment for higher education institutions for addressing the proposed DHS duration of status rule. If you have questions on strategy, require additional support, or want to share your final ...
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New Report: New Administration Policy Will Reduce Number of DACA Recipients Through Higher Cost, Delays, and Denials
September 28, 2020post
Fact Sheet: Proposed Regulation on the Change of Admission Period of F, J, and I Nonimmigrants from Duration of Status
September 27, 2020post
Congress must include immigrant workers and students in next round of COVID relief
September 17, 2020post
Immigration and Education – NP Omnibus Results for August 2020
September 15, 2020post
Letters to Congressional Leadership on Extension of Employment Authorization in Fourth COVID-19 Legislative Package
August 13, 2020post
Stealth Rescission: An Analysis of the Impact of the Secretary’s July 2020 Memorandum on DACA
August 13, 2020post
RAPID RESPONSE BRIEFING: Responding to the Administration’s New Efforts to Dismantle DACA
August 10, 2020post
On August 7, 2020, the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration sent a letter to Port Director LaFonda Sutton-Burke to express our concern regarding U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) inspection process for new and returning international students through the Los Angeles I...
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The Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration prepared this toolkit to support colleges and universities in their response to the administration’s attempt to dismantle Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) for a second time. This toolkit contains sample press statements, qu...
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Template State Delegation Letter for Higher Ed Institutions to Support DACA Recipients
July 28, 2020post
The Presidents’ Alliance developed the following talking points in response to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) memorandum issued on July 28, 2020 to limit DACA protections. The talking points note the importance of DACA and that Congress must pass a permanent, legislative solution ...
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Statement for the Record for Hearing on Oversight of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
July 28, 2020post
Recommended Changes to Updated July 15, 2020 FAQs to Stakeholders Regarding Impact of COVID-19 on SEVP-Certified Schools and F and M Students
The Honorable Chad WolfActing SecretaryU.S. Department of Homeland SecurityWashington, D.C. 20528 Matthew T. AlbenceDeputy Director and Senior OfficialP...
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On July 13, 2020, the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration, TheDream.US, and the Community College Consortium for Immigrant Education (CCCIE) submitted a comment in response to the U.S. Department of Education’s (Department) interim final rule Eligibility of Students at Instit...
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In collaboration with several members of our Federal Policy Advisory Table and Legal Advisory Council, the Presidents’ Alliance developed this template letter for institutions of higher education to adapt and send to congressional delegations. The template covers the recent July 6, 2020 ICE SEVP ...
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RAPID RESPONSE BRIEFING: ICE’s SEVP Guidance for International Students and Higher Education
July 10, 2020post
We partnered with Professor Tom K. Wong to author this policy brief, International Students Affected by ICE COVID-19 Guidance for Fall 2020, estimating how many international students could potentially be affected by ICE's July 6, 2020 guidance for online enrollments. On July 6, 2020, in spite of...
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The below representing talking points for higher ed institutions in response to the guidance released by the administration on international students. On July 6, 2020, in spite of a rebounding COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued guidance indicating that it wou...
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The following resource provides an overview of in-state tuition, state financial aid, and other funding policies and opportunities at both public and private institutions for undocumented graduate and undergraduate students. This resource provides actions public and private colleges and universit...
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We partnered with Community College Consortium for Immigrant Education and TheDream.US to create Higher Education Template Comment for CARES Act Emergency Grant Exclusions, a new template that your institution can utilize to submit a comment in response to the U.S. Department of Education propose...
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We partnered with Community College Consortium for Immigrant Education and TheDream.US to create Higher Education Template Comment for CARES Act Emergency Grant Exclusions, a new template that your institution can utilize to submit a comment in response to the U.S. Department of Education propose...
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This policy brief examines the impact of ending Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) on access to higher education in ten states. The brief notes that ending DACA would potentially block thousands of current DACA recipients and DACA-eligible individuals from either enrolling in public in...
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Letter on Recommendations for the Fourth COVID-19 Relief Package to Support International, DACA, and Undocumented Students
June 23, 2020post
Talking Points: Supreme Court Decision on DACA
June 18, 2020post
Follow-up Letter to DHS and DOS with Recommendations on Visa Processing and OPT in Light of COVID-19 Crisis
June 16, 2020post
Quick Guide to Immigration Issues on Campus – 2020
June 15, 2020post
The Presidents' Alliance transmitted a letter to the White House in support of Optional Practical Training (OPT) and STEM OPT.
Presidents' Alliance Letter to White House in Support of OPT and STEM OPT
June 4, 2020
Donald J. TrumpPresident of the United StatesThe White House1600 Pennsylvania Av...
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This resource provides guidelines and suggestions for higher education institutions who wish to establish and implement funding and experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate and graduate undocumented students. The guide compares admissions and funding opportunities for undoc...
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The Trump administration is considering measures to pause or end the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program for the F-1 Student Visa. The United States cannot afford to make such a consequential policy change. Our nation needs to attract the best minds to help get the U.S. economy back up and ...
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BRIEFING: COVID-19 Crisis and the Impact on International Populations in Higher Education and Beyond
May 12, 2020post
This page contains a list of the Presidents' Alliance advocacy efforts on behalf of international students.
Duration of Status Advocacy
D/S–Letter Requesting Extended Comment Period for New Proposed Duration of Status Rule (October 9, 2020)
D/S–Rapid Response Briefing: Proposed Rule to End D...
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The Presidents' Alliance Steering Committee transmitted a letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Department of State (DOS) containing recommendations regarding visa processing and Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Presidents' Alliance Letter to DHS and DOS re: Visa Pr...
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WEBINAR: How to Create Non-Employment Based Fellowships and Other Funding Opportunities for Undocumented Students
April 30, 2020post
Directory of Presidents’ Alliance Resources to Support DACA and Institutions of Higher Education
April 29, 2020post
WEBINAR: COVID-19 Crisis and the Impact on Undocumented/DACA Students and Their Families: What Campus Leaders Need to Know
April 27, 2020post
Report: Undocumented Students in Higher Education: How Many Students are in U.S. Colleges and Universities, and Who Are They?
April 15, 2020post
The Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration prepared this toolkit to support colleges and universities in their response to the forthcoming Supreme Court on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). This toolkit contains sample press statements, quotes, tweets, campus messag...
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Last month, USCIS released a variety of data and statistics regarding the DACA population, among other things, these statistics included, as of March 31, 2020. You can download the entire data set here.
Number of pending DACA requests;
Number of DACA recipients;
Number of current DACA recipi...
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This one-hour briefing featured immigration, legal, and policy experts who addressed the legal and regulatory issues impacting international students, scholars and others in higher education, outstanding questions for campuses, and the impact of recent government immigration-related actions in th...
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Letter to DHS and DOS on Supporting DACA Recipients and International Students in Light of COVID-19
March 25, 2020post
Now that the new federal regulation on immigration public charge is taking effect, college and university administrators are scrambling to answer questions from students, faculty and other staff about how the new rule will affect them. This timely, informative webinar will provide a basic overvie...
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FAQs for Campuses on Immigration Enforcement and Site Visits
March 10, 2020post
WEBINAR: Alternative Income and Career Options for Undocumented Students: How Colleges Can Help
March 6, 2020post
Campus Checklist to Prepare for Court Decisions on DACA
March 3, 2020post
The Presidents' Alliance Steering Committee transmitted a letter to Congress expressing its qualified support for the NO BAN Act.
Steering Committee Letter to Congress Supporting the NO BAN Act
March 4, 2020
U.S. Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510
U.S. House of Representatives
W...
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Higher Education and the Census Projections—How the Future of Colleges and Universities Is Tied to Immigration Policy and Flows
February 25, 2020post
WEBINAR: Alternative Income and Career Options for Undocumented Students
February 25, 2020post
Statement for the Record for Markup of the National Origin-Based Antidiscrimination for Nonimmigrants (NO BAN) Act
February 11, 2020post
Bipartisan Congressional Letter to Acting DHS Secretary Chad Wolf Encourages Expansion of HSAAC Outreach
February 11, 2020post
Toolkit for Colleges and Universities for Expanded Travel Ban
January 31, 2020post
USCIS Releases DACA Data and Statistics as of December 31, 2019
January 14, 2020post
Quick Guide to Immigration Issues on Campus – 2020
January 6, 2020post
In September of 2019, the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration; FWD.us, Niskanen Center, TheDream.US, and United We Dream released a groundbreaking report that urges Congress and state legislatures to expand access to professional, business, and commercial licenses (also known...
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Presidents’ Alliance and Member Comments on Increased Immigration Fees
November 27, 2019post
Top 5 FAQs for Public and Private Colleges and Universities
November 26, 2019post
Institutional Admission and Financial Aid Policies for Undocumented Students Among Highly Ranked Institutions
November 22, 2019post
Fiscal Policy Institute, Presidents’ Alliance File, and Partners File Amicus Briefs in Public Charge Litigation
September 16, 2019post
Public Charge Regulation on the Way
July 24, 2019post
Steering Committee Letter to Congress Supporting Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act of 2019
July 12, 2019post
The Presidents' Alliance Steering Committee transmitted a letter to the U.S. House of Representatives containing its vote recommendation, which urges the House to vote for passage of the bill and against negative amendments.
Steering Committee Letter to Senate Urging it to Protect Dreamers and T...
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Last month, USCIS released a variety of data and statistics regarding the DACA population, among other things, these statistics included, as of April 30, 2019.
Number of pending DACA requests;
Number of DACA recipients;
Number of current DACA recipients;
Demographic information for current ...
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The Presidents' Alliance, in collaboration with the Community College Consortium for Immigrant Education submitted a comment to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing HUD’s proposed rule to exclude families who have undocumented immigrants from federally funded public...
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By Jailene Acevedo and Jose Magaña-Salgado
Last week, in a historic vote, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Dream and Promise Act, H.R. 6, which would provide a roadmap to citizenship for upwards of approximately 2.5 million immigrant youth known as Dreamers (including Deferred Action...
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The Presidents' Alliance Steering Committee transmitted a letter to the U.S. House of Representatives containing its vote recommendation, which urges the House to vote for passage of the bill and against negative amendments.
Steering Committee Letter Vote Recommendation on the Dream and Promise ...
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An Undocumented Student Guide To College in Michigan
June 1, 2019post
On May 22, 2019, the House Judiciary Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives held a committee marking up the Dream and Promise Act. In support of this hearing, the Presidents' Alliance submitted its statement for the record, which contains recommendations regarding improvements to the Drea...
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Presidents’ Alliance Steering Committee Letter in Support of Pell and Section 505 Repeal in Dream and Promise Act
May 16, 2019post
Presidents’ Alliance Steering Committee Letter in Support of Dream Act of 2019 and SECURE Act
April 24, 2019post
Migration Policy Institute Fact Sheet on Number of Dreamers Graduating from High School
April 24, 2019post
Hispanic National Bar Association: DREAMer Initiative
April 20, 2019post
Earlier this month, USCIS released a variety of data and statistics regarding the DACA population, among other things, these statistics included, as of January 31, 2019:
Number of pending DACA requests;
Number of DACA reciepts;
Number of current DACA recipients;
Demographic information for ...
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On April 1, 2019, the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration held its first national convening in Washington, D.C.
The Convening brought together college and university presidents and chancellors and other campus leadership from over forty institutions along with key pa...
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VIDEO: College Presidents with Undocumented Students Series #2: Eastern Connecticut State University
March 29, 2019post
Presidents’ Alliance Steering Committee Letter in Support of Dream and Promise Act of 2019
March 28, 2019post
FAQ: Non-Employment-Based Educational Funding Opportunities
March 27, 2019post
On March 14, 2019, the Presidents' Alliance held a telephonic briefing for members to provide an overview, analysis, and next steps regarding H.R. 6, the Dream and Promise Act of 2019. The briefing included partners from FWD.us and a Deferred Enforced Departure recipient and PhD student, Yatta Ki...
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Presidents’ Alliance Commends Rep. Roybal-Allard’s Introduction of the Dream and Promise Act of 2019
March 12, 2019post
Learning Circle – Helping Undocumented Students Pay for College: Learning from Higher Ed Innovators
March 11, 2019post
Learning Circle – Helping Undocumented Students Pay for College: Learning from Higher Ed Innovators
March 8, 2019post
On March 6, 2019, the House Judiciary Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives held a committee hearing on Protecting Dreamers and TPS Recipients. As part of this hearing, the Committee heard from a diverse panel of witnesses outlining the urgent need to enact permanent protections for Drea...
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Joint Statement of Support for Higher Education Dream Act of 2019
February 15, 2019post
Presidents’ Alliance Urges Congressional Leadership to Come Together to Resolve DACA and TPS Crisis
February 5, 2019post
Washington, DC – Today’s news from the Supreme Court underscores that Congress needs to act to address the status and futures of our Dreamer students, alumni, and community members. While we are gratified that the Court has not taken action on the government’s petition to hear the DACA cases at t...
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Talking Points on The Dream and Promise Act, H.R. 6
January 1, 2019post
More than 65 U.S. Colleges and Universities Support Legal Challenge to New Unlawful Presence Policy
December 21, 2018post
Higher Education and Immigration Voices Call on Congress to Deliver Bipartisan Solution for DREAMers
December 6, 2018post
The Presidents’ Alliance submits comment letter opposing the proposed “public charge” order
December 5, 2018post
Best Practices
November 7, 2018post
Supporting Undocumented Students via Resource Centers: What Institutions can Learn from New Research and Best Practices
October 23, 2018post
Higher Education Leaders Call Proposed “Public Charge” Rule Harmful and Counterproductive for Immigrants and the Country
October 3, 2018post
Washington, D.C.— This week the Administration announced that the new FY2019 refugee ceiling will be set at 30,000. This is the lowest cap since the inception of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program in 1980, and woefully inadequate to meet the urgent needs of the global refugee crisis. At a time ...
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The Presidents’ Alliance submitted a comment letter on the proposed SEVIS fee increases
September 14, 2018post
Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration’s Statement on Texas DACA Ruling
August 31, 2018post
Coalition Letter to Senate Judiciary Letter on Concerning USCIS Guidance
August 14, 2018
The Honorable Charles E. Grassley
Chairman
Committee on the Judiciary
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510
The Honorable Dianne Feinstein
Ranking Member
Committee on the Judiciary
Unite...
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Over 300 national, state, and local immigrant, religious, labor, and civil rights organizations sent a letter to Kristjen Nielsen, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, asking her to grant Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Guatemala in light of recent environmental disasters. ...
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Organizational Letter in Opposition to Border Security and Immigration Reform Act of 2018 (H.R. 6136)
June 21, 2018
The Honorable Paul Ryan
Speaker
United States House of Representatives
H-232, The Capitol
Washington, D.C. 20515
Re: Opposition to Border Security and Immigration Refor...
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Media Release: Presidents’ Alliance calls the Executive Order on family separations “inadequate and misdirected”
June 21, 2018post
June 19, 2018
Urgent Call to Congress: Bring to a Vote Bipartisan Immigration Bills that Will Permanently Protect Dreamers and Uphold our Values
This week, the House of Representatives is considering a vote on two partisan immigration measures. After careful review, we cannot support either...
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“Student Visa Integrity: Protecting Educational Opportunity and National Security”
Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Border Security and Immigration
June 6, 2018
Statement of the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration
The Presidents’ Alliance on Highe...
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Presidents’ Alliance calls on Congress to pass bipartisan legislation to protect Dreamers
June 12, 2018post
Letter to USCIS Director on May 10, 2018, Unlawful Presence Memorandum
June 11, 2018
Mr. L. Francis Cissna
Director
U.S. Citizenship & immigration Services
Department of Homeland Security
20 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20529
Dear Director Cissna,
The Presidents’ A...
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Comment re: Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Application for Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration (Form DS-260, OMB Control Number 1405-0185) and the Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Application for Nonimmigrant Visa (Form DS-160 and DS-156, OMB Control Number 1405-0182)
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Press Release: More than 70 U.S. Colleges and Universities Join in Supporting the Legal Challenge to the Administration’s Ending DACA
April 12, 2018post
FAQ: Higher Education Access and Undocumented Students
March 27, 2018post
This FAQ provides information on Employment Authorization Documents and I-9s that enable non-citizen students, including those with DACA and F1 visas, to work.
FAQs on Employment Authorization
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Presidents’ Alliance urges Congress to pass a legislative solution to protect Dreamers
February 12, 2018post