Harvard, MIT Suing ICE To Support International Students

The US government issued an order requiring international students to leave the country if their classes are entirely online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Harvard and MIT filed a lawsuit to challenge this order, arguing it pressures institutions to reopen without considering health risks. The Department of Homeland Security defended the order, stating that students must attend in-person classes to remain in the US. The order comes amid rising COVID-19 cases, and universities are working to ensure safe education. Harvard and MIT emphasize the importance of international students and are committed to fighting the order.

What action must international students take if their classes are entirely online according to the new order?

• They must leave the US or transfer to a school with in-person classes.

• They can continue their studies online without any changes.

• They need to report to the Department of Homeland Security.

• They must apply for a new visa.

What was the main reason Harvard and MIT filed a lawsuit against the federal order?

• To challenge the order as it pressures universities to reopen without considering health and safety.

• To demand financial compensation for affected students.

• To seek permission for students to work while studying online.

• To request a delay in the implementation of the order.

How did the Department of Homeland Security justify the order regarding international students?

• By arguing it would increase university funding.

• By suggesting it would reduce the spread of COVID-19.

• By claiming it would improve the quality of education.

• By stating that students taking online classes have no basis to stay in the US.

What concern did MIT's president express about the order's impact on international students?

• It would lead to a shortage of housing for students.

• It would cause a decline in university rankings.

• It disrupts their lives and jeopardizes their academic and research pursuits.

• It would increase tuition fees for international students.

What commitment did Harvard and MIT make regarding the federal order?

• To provide financial aid to affected students.

• To build new on-campus housing for international students.

• To pursue the case vigorously to protect international students from deportation.

• To offer free online courses to all students.