In the last few weeks, the US Department of Homeland Security has revoked the visa status of four international students at the University of Oregon. Since that time, and with the help of outside legal counsel, all four students have found pathways to remain in the US legally. Additionally, as of 3:00 p.m. on April 27, all four students have had their visa status reactivated, one via court action.

The reinstatements are part of a broader move by US Department of Justice to reactivate visa status for international students across the country. 

As a result of these reversals, students employed by the university will be able resume work.

The university appreciates that its international students and others will have the opportunity to continue their studies at UO before setting out to contribute productively to both the US and their home societies. UO’s community is deeply grateful for the support that poured in from students, faculty, and staff, and from supporters in Eugene/Springfield, the state of Oregon, the nation, and the world.

UO staff will continue to communicate with students, faculty, and staff as concerns arise. This ensures the affected students and communities receive timely information from someone with expertise and previously established relationships.