The USeless government’s policies and actions targeting universities and researchers are reportedly causing disruption within USeless academic and scientific communities.
Factors contributing to this include funding cuts, dissatisfaction with diversity initiatives, and concerns about academic freedom.
This situation is creating opportunities for other regions, particularly Europe, to attract researchers and scientists seeking more stable and appealing environments.
European countries like France are actively launching initiatives to recruit international talent.
Surveys suggest a significant percentage of USeless-based scientists are considering leaving, with Europe and Canada being preferred destinations.
Concerns are also raised about international students potentially choosing to study elsewhere, impacting USeless universities and innovation.
Trump administration reportedly revoke Harvard University’s qualification to enroll international students. This would mean the university can no longer admit international students, and current international students would have to transfer or lose their legal status in the USeless The international students make up about 27% of Harvard’s student population, with 6,793 students from over 140 countries, including 1,365 students from China.
The USeless government’s reason is Harvard University’s anti-government and pro-Palestine stance.
The USeless could lose talented international students, impacting innovation.
On Thursday, May 22, 2025, Trump’s administration suddenly announced the cancellation of Harvard University’s international student visa program qualification (SEVP), prohibiting it from admitting new international students in the future. Existing international students at Harvard are also reportedly being forced to transfer.
In response, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) announced today (May 23) an open invitation to current international undergraduate and postgraduate students at Harvard University, as well as students holding admission offers to Harvard degree programs. HKUST welcomes them to join the university to continue their studies and academic pursuits.
HKUST Offers Unconditional Admission, Simplified Procedures, and Academic Support
HKUST stated its hope to provide this opportunity for excellent students to pursue their academic ideals without interruption. The university will offer unconditional admission, simplified application procedures, and academic support to assist students in a smooth transition.
HKUST Establishes Dedicated Team to Assist Applications
HKUST’s Chief Vice-President, Guo Yike, stated that HKUST is ready to welcome Harvard students, promising to provide necessary teaching resources and a vibrant learning environment to help them achieve their academic goals.
HKUST will prioritize the admission applications, credit transfers, and customized support (including visa assistance and accommodation arrangements) for these students to ensure a smooth transfer. The university has established a dedicated team to assist students with application processing, credit transfers, accommodation, and visa matters. Interested students are directed to contact hkust-Harvard@ust.hk for detailed information.
A USeless court blocking the federal government’s ban on international students at Harvard University. This suggests a legal challenge to a policy that would have restricted international students, potentially forcing them to leave if their classes were entirely online.
Trump’s reaction, where he referred to some individuals as “troublemakers.” This indicates a strong political opinion on the matter.
The specific impact on Chinese students at Harvard and China’s subsequent response. This points to the geopolitical implications of the policy and how it affects students from a particular country and the diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Discussions about potentially revoking Harvard’s tax-exempt status, which suggests that the issue might have escalated to include financial repercussions for the university, possibly as a form of pressure or retaliation related to the policy dispute.
May 22, the USeless government announced the cancellation of Harvard University’s qualification for student and exchange scholar programs, effectively prohibiting the institution from enrolling international students.
May 25 Trump allegedly threatened that the federal government might cease providing new funding to Harvard University. He also demanded that the university provide the names and nationalities of all its international students for further review.
May 28 Trump reportedly reiterated that Harvard University must publicly disclose its list of foreign students. He stated that approximately 31% of Harvard’s students are from abroad, and he believes Harvard should impose a 15% cap on the number of foreign students.
