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International Students at Cal Poly confront Visa and cultural obstacles
In recent months, changes under the Trump administration reshaped the international student experience in the United States. More than 1,800 international students lost their visa status, including 40 Cal State students who temporarily lost their visas, only to be given back after complaints and lawsuits. The restrictions and requirements have also increased for international students, including requiring all social media accounts to be public.
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All four visas reinstated at Cal Poly as part of U.S. Department of Justice reversal
Two visas were reinstated for international students at Cal Poly, following U.S Department of Justice reversal.
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Three Cal Poly alumni’s visas revoked alongside one international student
36 international students have had their visas revoked across the Cal State system, with over 300 nationwide, following federal immigration authorities’ actions.
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How the military coup in Myanmar is affecting international students
From the moment she wakes up to the moment she falls asleep, May Thiri Kyaw is on Instagram checking the news from Myanmar to see who has been arrested, if her mom is OK, if anyone has been shot or if more propaganda has been spread or if the internet has been cut off.
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Taking classes from a different country: International students face obstacles
Approximately 7 thousand miles away in the Philippines, sophomore Audrey Mallari jolts awake to the sound of her 4:30 a.m. alarm. After splashing water on her face and preparing for the long day ahead, she opens Zoom, starting with a 5 a.m. architecture studio class.
This is a typical morning for many international students at Cal Poly. International students taking classes abroad have navigated a host of issues during the pandemic, such as travel restrictions, time difference and uncertainty.
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Cal Poly community rallies to support international students
Cal Poly international students must take an in-person class in the fall to remain in the country. At colleges offering both online and in-person classes fall semester, international students must take at least one in-person class to stay in the country, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced Monday. International students at colleges offering only […]
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English professor runs “bike library” out of his backyard
Westwood said his bike library is open to all students who send him an email or respond to his Craigslist ad with their height, weight and the amount of money they are willing to spend.
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Two cultures shaping one college experience
Camila Gonzalez has maintained her Chilean roots while adapting to the culture in the United States.
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Poly Pals helps international students transition to life at Cal Poly
International students get to know Cal Poly students through the Poly Pals Program
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To expand global programs, Cal Poly adds international student fee
Cal Poly will increase international student’s tuition by $150 per quarter beginning in fall, and the newly established fee is set to increase in 2015.