Immigrant-origin students have driven 84% of domestic enrollment growth since 2000. In 2023, they made up nearly a third of all enrolled students. Learn more in our new report: www.presidentsalliance.org/securing-ame...

📘 Our 2025 Annual Impact Report is here. Together with nearly 600 member institutions, the Presidents’ Alliance advanced policy, legal, and campus efforts to expand opportunity for immigrant-origin, international, and refugee students. Read the report: www.presidentsalliance.org/annual-impac...

On Tuesday, March 31 (1–2 PM ET), join us for our next College Corner meeting focused on financial aid strategies and college decision-making. 🔗 Register here: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/events/colle... 📌 Learn more about College Corner: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/undocumented...

⏰ There’s still time to apply! We're seeking a full-time Attorney, Legal Resources and Initiatives with deep experience in immigration and employment-based immigration law. 🔗 Learn more and apply via Idealist: ideali.st/cUukwZ

New research from the Presidents’ Alliance and the Migration Policy Institute shows declines in the number of undocumented students graduating from high school annually. 🔗 Press release: www.presidentsalliance.org/press/agener... 🔗 Fact sheet: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/research/a-g...

The Presidents’ Alliance is seeking a full-time Attorney, Immigration Pathways & Legal Resources with deep experience in immigration and employment-based immigration law. 🔗 Learn more and apply via Idealist: ideali.st/cUukwZ

ICYMI: Legal challenges to in-state tuition are escalating across multiple states. Our new Protecting Tuition Equity playbook equips campuses and coalitions with tools to prepare and respond. 📘 www.presidentsalliance.org/protecting-t... 📰 www.theeduledger.com/students/art...

New playbook from the Higher Ed Coordinating Group, convened by the Presidents’ Alliance and FWD.us: steps state coalitions and higher education institutions can take to prepare for challenges to tuition equity policies. 🔗 www.presidentsalliance.org/protecting-t...

Navigating employment-based immigration options can be complex. The Legal Pathways that Work (LPTW) initiative helps students and graduates understand their options. 🎥 Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugjj... #InternationalStudents #ImmigrantStudents #ImmigrationPathways #CareerServices

📣 We’re hiring a Communications Manager! Help shape the national narrative at the intersection of higher ed & immigration. 📍 DC-metro (hybrid) 💼 Full-time | 💰 $80K 🗓 Guaranteed review for apps by Jan 25, 2026 Apply: ideali.st/4Vgb6j

Join us on 1/22 at 3 PM ET for an important webinar on how immigration statuses affect access to financial aid and the options available to unaccompanied homeless youth. 🔗 schoolhouseconnection.org/webinar/unde...

We are grateful for the partners and donors who have helped us stand strong for immigrant, refugee, and international students this year. 💙 We are close to meeting our $10,000 1:1 match, and a $25 gift today doubles your impact. 👉 Donate here: www.presidentsalliance.org/givingtuesday/

The Presidents’ Alliance submitted public comments strongly opposing the Trump Administration’s proposed changes to public charge determinations, which would create harmful ambiguity and a chilling effect for students and campuses. 🔗 Read more: www.presidentsalliance.org/press/presid...

🗣️ “The guidance has created uncertainty and anxiety,” - Miriam Feldblum. “H-1B visaholders and their families are being advised not to travel if it’s not needed, because what happens if they get stuck outside the country because of this extreme social media vetting.” www.politico.com/newsletters/...

"It's time to pull the fire alarm. And that does not mean to panic. It's a call to respond, to mobilize, and to act together, to defend our students, and challenge unlawful and harmful actions." - 🗣️ Miriam Feldblum, President and CEO of the Presidents' Alliance thepienews.com/this-is-not-...

We applaud the bipartisan introduction of the #DreamAct of 2025 by Senators Durbin and Murkowski. Their collaboration reflects what the public overwhelmingly wants: a lasting, common-sense solution for #Dreamers. Read our statement www.presidentsalliance.org/press/presid...

WE'RE HALFWAY THERE! This #GivingTuesday, the Presidents’ Alliance is pleased to announce that a generous funder has offered to match donations 1:1. Please help us reach this match ✅ and our goal of $10,000. Give TODAY ➡️ lnkd.in/gfhEvpT8.

Your #GivingTuesday gift makes a REAL impact. Together, we can strengthen our campuses and communities by supporting immigrant, refugee, and international students nationwide. Help us continue the work! Make a #contribution to the Presidents' Alliance today! 💙 DONATE 👉 lnkd.in/gfhEvpT8

Did you know your giving can fuel policy change? Your donation to the Presidents' Alliance supports our work to improve immigration policies and ensure all students, including immigrant and refugee students, can flourish. Donate Today! lnkd.in/gDxtcTzZ

This hashtag #GivingTuesday 🎓 help us power the Higher Ed Immigration Portal. The Higher Ed Immigration Portal is your go-to resource for data, narratives, policy, and real solutions to support refugee, immigrant-origin and international students. DONATE TODAY 🔗 lnkd.in/gDxtcTzZ

We are only one week away from Giving Tuesday but don’t wait! The Higher Ed Immigration Portal brings together students, policymakers, and educators to create an informed community. Use the link to donate! bit.ly/4o0tATX

Proposed changes to "Duration of Status" D/S could jeopardize the system that allows #internationalstudents complete their degrees.This International Education Week #IEW2025, check out our explainer on the implications of this proposed rule. youtu.be/6zoSE8Z8U2Q

Today! Join us at 2 PM ET for a webinar exploring how displaced students are experiencing campus life, with a focus on campus climate and sense of belonging.

🎓 Join the Presidents’ Alliance, TheDream.US, EdTrust, and Immigrants Rising for an important webinar exploring the legal and policy challenges facing undocumented students and the colleges that support them.

🚨 Register Now! 🚨 New webinar on Selecting a Graduate or Professional Program: Considerations for Undocumented Students Join us next Tuesday, November 11 for the launch 🚀 of our 🆕 Graduate & Professional Program Tool.

In wrapping our refugee student spotlight, meet Alimas, a refugee student at The University of California Berkeley. Alimas is a strong advocate for displaced people’s rights to higher education.

🚨 Happening Tomorrow! 🚨 Join The Presidents’ Alliance, TheDream.US, Immigrants Rising, Informed Immigrant, NLPA, and the Immigrant Mental Health Lab at Rutgers University for a webinar on #MentalHealth amid uncertain immigration policies.

Meet Dudi, a refugee student and candidate for a Master’s of Science in Business Analytics at @ Virginia Tech. As a co-founder of an initiative bringing higher education access to refugee youth, Dudi continues to advocate for meaningful refugee inclusion in higher education and leadership

As our refugee student spotlight series continues, meet Lida, an Afghan refugee and nursing student at Western Kentucky University. In addition to her studies, Lida uses her language skills to help other Afghan refugees settle into the Bowling Green community.

Meet Shiek, a Rohingya refugee and student at @Northwestern University, majoring in Economy and Political Science. Shiek’s story is a powerful example of resilience, purpose, and the impact of access to #HigherEd

On Oct 15, the Presidents’ Alliance hosted a powerful webinar on the latest policy updates and programs impacting refugee and displaced students. 💬 Webinar Highlights:

In response to the DOJ’s request for an investigation into the University of Nevada, Reno, the Presidents’ Alliance strongly encourages higher ed institutions to stand firm.

📢 Join us October 15, for a timely webinar exploring key policy updates and immigration actions impacting refugee and displaced students 🌍🎓. Register here: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/events/webin...

We were honored to host award-winning journalist & bestselling author Aarti Shahani at our 3rd annual SUCCESS National Convening! #ImmigrantVoices #HigherEd #SUCCESSConvening

The 2026-2027 FAFSA is LIVE 🥳 Visit our #FAFSA Hub for resources, guides, and FAQs for counselors working with mixed-status families. 💡 FAFSA HUB www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/resources/fa... 📝 Broken Promises Report www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/broken-promi...

📢 The Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education strongly opposes the Trump administration’s proposed rule ending “Duration of Status” for International Students and Exchange Visitors.

From September 15 to October 15, National Hispanic Heritage Month honors the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.

#WelcomingWeek2025 is a reminder of the importance of building welcoming systems. That’s why we’re proud to share A Practical Guide for New H-1B and O-1A Visa Holders, designed for professionals navigating their new lives and careers in the U.S.

🚨 Happening TODAY at 3 PM ET 🚨 📌 What’s at Stake? Under this proposal, the current flexible system would be replaced with fixed end dates, forcing international students and scholars to repeatedly apply for extensions through DHS. 🔗 Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

📢 Attention all Higher Education Institutions 📢 Following the recent DHS petition to end Duration of Status (D/S), the Presidents’ Alliance has contributed to high-level guidance to help institutions identify content that would be especially valuable to include in your comments to DHS.

This week is a virtual back-to-school resource fair 📚 for immigration-related resources. Today, we’re sharing explainers 💡 about #scholarships and financial support. (🧵 continues)

This week is a virtual back-to-school resource fair 🎒 📚 for immigration-related resources. Today, we’re sharing explainers to help you make sense of recent immigration updates. (🧵 continues)

As we head back to school, higher education institutions should prepare to support immigrant students and community members on campus. Check out the @presalliance.bsky.social guide, Immigration Enforcement on Campuses: What You Need To Know, to learn more. www.presidentsalliance.org/immigration-...

Oklahoma has ended in-state tuition for undocumented students after a DOJ lawsuit — just weeks after Texas did the same. Legal challenges are also underway in MN & KY. Read our full statement: www.presidentsalliance.org/press/oklaho...

📢 ICYMI! Experts discuss in-state tuition challenges, OCR investigations, regulatory notices, and more. 🔗 Watch the webinar recording and access the resources here: www.presidentsalliance.org/latest-devel...

📣Happening next Wednesday! Register now! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

🚨New Tool Drop! We teamed up with Innovation Law Lab to launch an interactive Legal Pathways Tool for noncitizen students + grads with precarious statuses. Check it out: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/lptw/legal-p... Share with students, advocates, advisors! #HigherEd #DACA #LegalSupport

#ICYMI “These kinds of scholarships exist to fill critical gaps in access to higher education.” Feldblum said. "Investing in their [undocumented students] education boosts workforce development and strengthens local and state economies.” www.washingtonpost.com/education/20... #HigherEd

🚨Updated Resource Alert!🚨 Check out our revamped Legal Pathways That Work hub, featuring resources, guides, tools, and more to help noncitizen students and graduates access employment-based visas and careers post-graduation. 🔗 Explore the hub here: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/lptw/

Presidents’ Alliance Commends Bipartisan Efforts Behind Reintroduction of the Dignity Act We commend the bipartisan efforts behind the introduction of the #DignityAct of 2025, led by Representatives María Elvira Salazar (R-FL) and Veronica Escobar (D-TX), and +20 other members of Congress.