NAFSA's leadership has warned against "anti-foreigner messaging" from the White House as it announced a suite of training programs for sector professionals.

NAFSA has requested the country's Department of State to put video conferencing interviews in place of in-person requirements.

Without financial relief and congressional action the US higher education sector is at risk of losing more than $4.5bn due to Covid-19, NAFSA has warned.

Sector stakeholders have condemned the latest attempt to undermine the Optional Practical Training program, highlighting evidence that shows OPT creates – rather than takes away – employment for US citizens.

A webinar organised by Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration has revealed educators are worried about the enduring appeal of the country as a study destination if visa processing is not revived soon enough, and work rules are not clarified.

The US administration has extended its travel ban to six more countries – much to the dismay of international education professionals in the country.

NAFSA has relaunched its flagship diversity, equity and inclusion program, the NAFSA RISE fellowship, a two-year professional development program worth up to US$6K.

Many international students in the US have been impacted by severe delays in processing Optional Practical Training work permits, leaving them unable to start their summer jobs or internships, meaning missed opportunities and financial losses.