U.S. President Donald Trump's abrupt revocation of Harvard University's certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program has sparked widespread concern among students and academic circles. The decision, announced Thursday, could bar Harvard from enrolling international students, affecting approximately 25% of its student population.
In interviews with CGTN Stringer, students from the U.S., Germany, and Australia expressed alarm over the policy shift. Britney Jones, a former Harvard social sciences student from the U.S., called the move a "tragic mistake," emphasizing that it "punishes all students by stripping away opportunities to engage with a global academic community." Australian student Lucas Adams echoed these sentiments, stating his disagreement with the decision and urging Harvard to find solutions to protect international scholars.
The policy change raises questions about its broader implications for U.S. higher education competitiveness and cross-border academic collaboration. Analysts suggest it may influence enrollment patterns and research partnerships across Asia and other regions closely tied to American institutions.
