Immigrant-origin students have driven 84% of domestic enrollment growth since 2000. In 2023, they made up nearly a third of all enrolled students. Learn more in our new report: www.presidentsalliance.org/securing-ame...
Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration
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Alliance of 550+ campus leaders dedicated to increasing public understanding of how immigration policies and practices impact our students, campuses, and communities
📘 Our 2025 Annual Impact Report is here. Together with nearly 600 member institutions, the Presidents’ Alliance advanced policy, legal, and campus efforts to expand opportunity for immigrant-origin, international, and refugee students. Read the report: www.presidentsalliance.org/annual-impac...
On Tuesday, March 31 (1–2 PM ET), join us for our next College Corner meeting focused on financial aid strategies and college decision-making. 🔗 Register here: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/events/colle... 📌 Learn more about College Corner: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/undocumented...
⏰ There’s still time to apply! We're seeking a full-time Attorney, Legal Resources and Initiatives with deep experience in immigration and employment-based immigration law. 🔗 Learn more and apply via Idealist: ideali.st/cUukwZ
New research from the Presidents’ Alliance and the Migration Policy Institute shows declines in the number of undocumented students graduating from high school annually. 🔗 Press release: www.presidentsalliance.org/press/agener... 🔗 Fact sheet: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/research/a-g...
The Presidents’ Alliance is seeking a full-time Attorney, Immigration Pathways & Legal Resources with deep experience in immigration and employment-based immigration law. 🔗 Learn more and apply via Idealist: ideali.st/cUukwZ
ICYMI: Legal challenges to in-state tuition are escalating across multiple states. Our new Protecting Tuition Equity playbook equips campuses and coalitions with tools to prepare and respond. 📘 www.presidentsalliance.org/protecting-t... 📰 www.theeduledger.com/students/art...
Protecting Tuition Equity: A Playbook for State Coalitions and Higher Education - Presidents' Alliance
About the Playbook The Protecting Tuition Equity Playbook was developed by the Higher Education Coordinating Group to support higher education institutions, state leaders, and advocates as they respon...
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New playbook from the Higher Ed Coordinating Group, convened by the Presidents’ Alliance and FWD.us: steps state coalitions and higher education institutions can take to prepare for challenges to tuition equity policies. 🔗 www.presidentsalliance.org/protecting-t...
Navigating employment-based immigration options can be complex. The Legal Pathways that Work (LPTW) initiative helps students and graduates understand their options. 🎥 Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugjj... #InternationalStudents #ImmigrantStudents #ImmigrationPathways #CareerServices
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📣 We’re hiring a Communications Manager! Help shape the national narrative at the intersection of higher ed & immigration. 📍 DC-metro (hybrid) 💼 Full-time | 💰 $80K 🗓 Guaranteed review for apps by Jan 25, 2026 Apply: ideali.st/4Vgb6j
Join us on 1/22 at 3 PM ET for an important webinar on how immigration statuses affect access to financial aid and the options available to unaccompanied homeless youth. 🔗 schoolhouseconnection.org/webinar/unde...
Understanding Immigration Status and Financial Aid Eligibility | SchoolHouse Connection
In this webinar, participants will hear from the Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education, gain an understanding of how various immigration statuses affect access to financial aid, and explore both th...
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We are grateful for the partners and donors who have helped us stand strong for immigrant, refugee, and international students this year. 💙 We are close to meeting our $10,000 1:1 match, and a $25 gift today doubles your impact. 👉 Donate here: www.presidentsalliance.org/givingtuesday/
The Presidents’ Alliance submitted public comments strongly opposing the Trump Administration’s proposed changes to public charge determinations, which would create harmful ambiguity and a chilling effect for students and campuses. 🔗 Read more: www.presidentsalliance.org/press/presid...
Presidents’ Alliance Opposes Proposed Rule Changing Criteria for Public Charge Determinations - Presidents' Alliance
Presidents’ Alliance Opposes Proposed Rule Changing Criteria for Public Charge Determinations The proposed rule would induce a chilling effect across populations and jeopardize the wellbeing of highe...
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🗣️ “The guidance has created uncertainty and anxiety,” - Miriam Feldblum. “H-1B visaholders and their families are being advised not to travel if it’s not needed, because what happens if they get stuck outside the country because of this extreme social media vetting.” www.politico.com/newsletters/...
State Department rattles higher ed with new visa policy
The Trump administration’s recent attempts to overhaul visa programs are rankling higher education groups who fear plans for increased vetting are unclear and risk pushing away top talent.
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"It's time to pull the fire alarm. And that does not mean to panic. It's a call to respond, to mobilize, and to act together, to defend our students, and challenge unlawful and harmful actions." - 🗣️ Miriam Feldblum, President and CEO of the Presidents' Alliance thepienews.com/this-is-not-...
This is not the time to remain on the sidelines: Miriam Feldblum at The PIE Live North America
Presidents' Alliance of Higher Education and Immigration CEO Miriam Feldblum gave a rousing speech during her opening speech at The PIE Live North America in Chicago.
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We applaud the bipartisan introduction of the #DreamAct of 2025 by Senators Durbin and Murkowski. Their collaboration reflects what the public overwhelmingly wants: a lasting, common-sense solution for #Dreamers. Read our statement www.presidentsalliance.org/press/presid...
WE'RE HALFWAY THERE! This #GivingTuesday, the Presidents’ Alliance is pleased to announce that a generous funder has offered to match donations 1:1. Please help us reach this match ✅ and our goal of $10,000. Give TODAY ➡️ lnkd.in/gfhEvpT8.
Your #GivingTuesday gift makes a REAL impact. Together, we can strengthen our campuses and communities by supporting immigrant, refugee, and international students nationwide. Help us continue the work! Make a #contribution to the Presidents' Alliance today! 💙 DONATE 👉 lnkd.in/gfhEvpT8
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We are only one week away from Giving Tuesday but don’t wait! The Higher Ed Immigration Portal brings together students, policymakers, and educators to create an informed community. Use the link to donate! bit.ly/4o0tATX
Proposed changes to "Duration of Status" D/S could jeopardize the system that allows #internationalstudents complete their degrees.This International Education Week #IEW2025, check out our explainer on the implications of this proposed rule. youtu.be/6zoSE8Z8U2Q
International Education Week explainer: What's at stake when ending "Duration of Status" D/S?
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Today! Join us at 2 PM ET for a webinar exploring how displaced students are experiencing campus life, with a focus on campus climate and sense of belonging.
🎓 Join the Presidents’ Alliance, TheDream.US, EdTrust, and Immigrants Rising for an important webinar exploring the legal and policy challenges facing undocumented students and the colleges that support them.
🚨 Register Now! 🚨 New webinar on Selecting a Graduate or Professional Program: Considerations for Undocumented Students Join us next Tuesday, November 11 for the launch 🚀 of our 🆕 Graduate & Professional Program Tool.
In wrapping our refugee student spotlight, meet Alimas, a refugee student at The University of California Berkeley. Alimas is a strong advocate for displaced people’s rights to higher education.
🚨 Happening Tomorrow! 🚨 Join The Presidents’ Alliance, TheDream.US, Immigrants Rising, Informed Immigrant, NLPA, and the Immigrant Mental Health Lab at Rutgers University for a webinar on #MentalHealth amid uncertain immigration policies.
Meet Dudi, a refugee student and candidate for a Master’s of Science in Business Analytics at @ Virginia Tech. As a co-founder of an initiative bringing higher education access to refugee youth, Dudi continues to advocate for meaningful refugee inclusion in higher education and leadership
As our refugee student spotlight series continues, meet Lida, an Afghan refugee and nursing student at Western Kentucky University. In addition to her studies, Lida uses her language skills to help other Afghan refugees settle into the Bowling Green community.
Meet Shiek, a Rohingya refugee and student at @Northwestern University, majoring in Economy and Political Science. Shiek’s story is a powerful example of resilience, purpose, and the impact of access to #HigherEd