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Time of India
an hour ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Trump administration appeals to reinstate ban on Harvard's international students
The Trump administration is challenging a judge's ruling. This ruling blocked a proclamation affecting Harvard's international students. The appeal continues a legal battle that began in May. The proclamation cited concerns about Harvard's foreign ties. Judge Burroughs criticized the administration's attempt to restrict international students. Harvard is preparing alternative study plans for its international students. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Also Read: Harvard and University of Toronto make contingency plan for international students Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The Trump administration has appealed a federal judge's decision blocking a proclamation that sought to bar international students from enrolling at Harvard University , as reported by The New York Times. The appeal, filed in federal court in Boston, signals a continuation of a legal standoff that began in May over the university's international conflict escalated after a presidential proclamation issued on June 4. The proclamation accused Harvard of 'entanglements with foreign countries, including our adversaries,' and cited donations from Chinese entities as part of its June 23, US District Judge Allison D. Burroughs halted the enforcement of the proclamation. In her ruling, she criticized the administration's attempt to restrict international students at Harvard, calling it a 'misplaced effort to control a reputable academic institution and squelch diverse viewpoints seemingly because they are, in some instances, opposed to this administration's own views.'She added that the administration sought 'to accomplish this, at least in part, on the backs of international students, with little thought to the consequences to them or, ultimately, to our own citizens.'The administration defended its stance by referencing a 70-year-old law designed to block foreign enemies from entering the United States. It also cited the Supreme Court's decision that upheld a 2017 ban on visas for individuals from several Muslim-majority countries. However, Judge Burroughs rejected the administration's legal reasoning, calling it 'absurd.'The court order will remain in place while Harvard's lawsuit against the administration hosts approximately 7,000 international students and scholars each year, with nearly 2,000 of them being recent graduates. These students represent roughly one-fourth of the total student anticipation of further legal developments, Harvard is preparing alternate study arrangements for international students. These include the possibility of remote learning and partnerships with institutions abroad. The Harvard Kennedy School confirmed it is working with the University of Toronto to accommodate some students during the ongoing legal process.
Boston Globe
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Boston Globe
Trump administration appeals order protecting Harvard's foreign students
International students make up more than 27 percent of Harvard's total enrollment. Advertisement Harvard argued that Trump was unlawfully using his power to 'pursue a government vendetta' against the school. It has two lawsuits pending against the administration; one over foreign students and the other focused on billions of dollars in government-funded research cuts. Burroughs, who is presiding over the lawsuit related to foreign students filed in May, issued another preliminary injunction on June 20 halting the administration's effort to prevent Harvard from enrolling foreign students. Yet, later that day, the president The president's announcement came after the Trump administration announced in May it was immediately revoking Harvard's ability to enroll foreign students, and ordered those already attending the school to either transfer or leave the country. Advertisement Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem said the punishment was in response to Harvard's failure to provide information the administration had demanded on April 16 about the criminality and misconduct of foreign students on its campus. However, in its lawsuit, Harvard called it 'the latest act by the government in clear retaliation for Harvard exercising its First Amendment rights to reject the government's demands to control Harvard's governance, curriculum, and the 'ideology' of its faculty and students.' The administration has been locked in an escalating legal and financial battle with Harvard since April when the elite school rejected a list of demands to address what the administration says is a longstanding culture of antisemitism, racial discrimination, and political bias at the school. Harvard's suit alleges that the administration demanded an unprecedented amount of information related to international students, then claimed Harvard's response was 'insufficient,' without explaining why or citing any regulation that Harvard had failed to comply with. Harvard alleges that the revocation of its ability to enroll international students is 'a blatant violation' of its First Amendment and Due Process rights and argues it would have an immediate and devastating impact on the university Trump has accused Harvard and other elite universities of fomenting anti-American ideology and failing to Shelley Murphy can be reached at
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Memphis Powerhouses Wilfred Busby and Tyrone Burroughs to be Honored at St. Jude Spirit of the Dream
MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The St. Jude Spirit of the Dream Gala presented by W&T Contracting Corporation, today announced that community leaders Wilfred Busby and Tyrone Burroughs will be honored with the Legacy Award and Spirit of the Dream Award at its annual dinner on Saturday, September 20. Now in its 10 th year, the Spirit of the Dream honors individuals whose lives and legacies reflect the founding vision of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® that no child should die in the dawn of life, regardless of race, background, or financial status. LEGACY AWARD Recognizes a St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or ALSAC team member who demonstrates exemplary commitment to the legacy of St. Jude by encompassing the true spirit of caring for people. Wilfred Busby, Visionary People Leader and Culture Champion: Busby is the Senior Fellow of Employee Experience for ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, where he is leading efforts to establish an Office of Executive Coaching and Leadership Assimilation. He is an expert in employee experience, having overseen teams working on recruitment, workforce planning, employee relations, and internal communications. With over 30 years of leadership experience at major companies including FedEx, ServiceMaster, APL Logistics, and Busby has deep expertise in executive leadership development, operations management, and organizational strategy. Busby received his Level II Certification in Executive Coaching and Leadership and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management from Crichton College and an Executive MBA from the University of Memphis. He is a graduate of the Leadership Memphis Executive Program, a certified Six Sigma Green Belt, and has mentored students through the Memphis Institute for Leadership Education (MILE) program at the University of Memphis. He led the Young Men's ministry at the Greater Pleasant Hill MB Church, focusing on life skills, job training, and youth development, and served on the Board of Directors for Green Dot Public Schools of Tennessee and the Board of LeMoyne-Owen College. His vision has shaped talent development and organizational culture at ALSAC and beyond. SPIRIT OF THE DREAM Honoring a person or institution embodying the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and its founder, Danny Thomas. Tyrone Burroughs, Visionary Entrepreneur, Transformational Leader, and Philanthropic Trailblazer: Burroughs is the founder, President, and CEO of global consumer products management firm First Choice Sales & Marketing Company. A dynamic entrepreneur and influential philanthropist, Burroughs has built a business empire rooted in innovation, empowerment and community impact. His influence spans industries and institutions from consumer goods to education, banking, and civic leadership. Beyond business, Burroughs is a dedicated civic leader and advocate for educational equity. His philanthropic contributions led to the renaming of the Tyrone Adam Burroughs School of Business and Entrepreneurship at Benedict College, honoring his commitment to empowering future generations of business leaders. He serves on numerous influential boards, including the St. Jude Memphis African American Engagement Council, the Memphis NAACP Branch Board of Directors, the Greater Memphis Chamber – Chairman's Circle, and the Board of Directors of the Federal Reserve Bank – Memphis Branch. He was a 2021 inductee in The Society of Entrepreneurs. Burroughs is widely celebrated for his ability to drive breakthrough results, foster inclusive economic opportunities, and inspire transformative changes across sectors. Guests will enjoy a special live performance by 10-time Grammy award-winning vocal group Take 6, along with a culinary experience curated by acclaimed Memphis-based chef Phillip Dewayne. Held during Sickle Cell Awareness Month and Children's Cancer Awareness Month, the gala will also spotlight pioneering research and treatment by St. Jude for sickle cell disease, a condition that disproportionately affects African Americans. Over the past decade, the St. Jude Spirit of the Dream Gala has honored Memphis luminaries such as artist Derek Fordjour, NBA coach Lionel Hollins, civic leader A.C. Wharton Jr., entrepreneur Carolyn Chism Hardy, and artist Peter Woods, each recognized for their contributions to equity, culture, and progress. Proceeds help ensure that families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing, or food — so they can focus on helping their child live. To purchase tickets, become a sponsor, or learn more, visit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital ® St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children. ® It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. When St. Jude opened in 1962, childhood cancer was largely considered incurable. Since then, St. Jude has helped push the overall survival rate from 20% to more than 80%, and it won't stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes to help doctors and researchers at local hospitals and cancer centers around the world improve the quality of treatment and care for even more children. Because of generous donors, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, so they can focus on helping their child live. Visit St. Jude Inspire to discover powerful St. Jude stories of hope, strength, love and kindness. Support the St. Jude mission by donating at liking St. Jude on Facebook, following St. Jude on X, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and subscribing to its YouTube channel.
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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
US judge blocks Trump plan to close Harvard's doors to int'l students
A federal judge on Monday blocked President Donald Trump's administration from implementing his plan to bar foreign nationals from entering the United States to study at Harvard University. US District Judge Allison Burroughs in Boston issued an injunction barring Trump's administration from carrying out its latest bid to curtail Harvard's ability to host international students amid an escalating fight pitting the Republican president against the prestigious Ivy League school. The preliminary injunction extends a temporary order the judge issued on June 5 that prevented the administration from enforcing a proclamation Trump signed a day earlier that cited national security concerns to justify why Harvard could no longer be trusted to host international students. She ruled after Trump's Friday announcement that his administration could announce a deal with Harvard "over the next week or so" to resolve the White House's campaign against the university, which has waged a legal battle against the administration's various actions against the school. Trump signed the proclamation after his administration had already frozen billions of dollars in funding to the oldest and wealthiest U.S. university, threatened Harvard's tax-exempt status and launched several investigations into the school. The proclamation prohibited foreign nationals from entering the US to study at Harvard or participate in exchange visitor programs for an initial period of six months, and directed Secretary of State Marco Rubio to consider whether to revoke visas of international students already enrolled at Harvard. But Burroughs said Trump's administration was likely violating Harvard's free speech rights under the US Constitution's First Amendment by retaliating against it for refusing to meet its demands to cede control over the school's curriculum and admissions and by targeting it based on what officials viewed as the university's left-leaning orientation. The judge said that "at its root, this case is about core constitutional rights that must be safeguarded: freedom of thought, freedom of expression, and freedom of speech, each of which is a pillar of a functioning democracy and an essential hedge against authoritarianism." "Here, the government's misplaced efforts to control a reputable academic institution and squelch diverse viewpoints seemingly because they are, in some instances, opposed to this Administration's own views, threaten these rights," she wrote. Cambridge, Massachusetts-based Harvard said the ruling will allow it to continue hosting international students and scholars while this case moves forward. It added it will continue to defend the rights of the school, its students and scholars. The White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The university has filed two separate lawsuits before Burroughs, an appointee of Democratic President Barack Obama, seeking to unfreeze around $2.5 billion in funding and to prevent the administration from blocking the ability of international students to attend the university. The latter lawsuit was filed after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on May 22 announced that her department was immediately revoking Harvard's Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification, which allows it to enroll foreign students. Almost 6,800 international students attended Harvard in its most recent school year, making up about 27% of its student population. Noem, without providing evidence, accused the university of "fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party." Her action was temporarily blocked by Burroughs almost immediately. While the Department of Homeland Security has since shifted to challenging Harvard's certification through a lengthier administrative process, Burroughs at a May 29 hearing said she planned to issue an injunction to maintain the status quo, which she did officially on Friday. A week after the hearing, Trump signed his proclamation, which cited concerns about Harvard's acceptance of foreign money including from China and what it said was an inadequate response by the school to his administration's demand for information on foreign students. His administration has accused Harvard of creating an unsafe environment for Jewish students and allowing antisemitism to fester on its campus. Protests over U.S. ally Israel's treatment of Palestinians during its war in Gaza have roiled numerous universities' campuses, including Harvard's. Rights advocates have noted rising antisemitism and Islamophobia in the U.S. due to the war. The Trump administration has thus far announced no action over anti-Arab and anti-Muslim hate. Harvard's own antisemitism and Islamophobia task forces found widespread fear and bigotry at the university in reports released in late April.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
US judge blocks Trump plan to bar international students from Harvard
A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from implementing a plan to bar foreign nationals from entering the United States to study at Harvard University. US District Judge Allison Burroughs in Boston issued a preliminary injunction preventing the administration from enforcing a presidential proclamation signed by Donald Trump on June 4. The order marks a significant legal victory for Harvard, which has been locked in an escalating battle with the Trump administration over academic freedom and international students. The proclamation, citing national security concerns, sought to prohibit foreign nationals from studying at Harvard or participating in its exchange visitor programmes for at least six months. It also directed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Senator Marco Rubio to consider revoking visas of international students already enrolled at the university. Harvard responded with two lawsuits. One seeks to unfreeze approximately $2.5 billion in federal funding that the administration had frozen earlier this year. The second challenges the attempt to block international students from attending the university. Judge Burroughs had previously issued a temporary restraining order on June 5, and her ruling on Monday formalised that protection. 'This injunction preserves the status quo while the court considers the constitutional and legal questions at stake,' she said during a hearing last month. The university alleges that Trump's actions constitute political retaliation for its refusal to comply with White House demands related to governance, curriculum, and faculty ideology. Harvard argues that these actions violate its First Amendment right to free speech. The dispute intensified after Homeland Security, under Noem's direction, revoked Harvard's student and exchange visitor certification on May 22, accusing the school of 'fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party.' Noem provided no evidence to support her claims. Judge Burroughs quickly blocked that move and criticised the lack of due process. Trump, speaking last Friday, said his administration could reach a deal with Harvard 'over the next week or so,' suggesting ongoing negotiations behind the scenes. The administration's crackdown on Harvard comes amid broader tensions on US campuses over the Gaza war. Harvard, like other institutions, has been rocked by protests related to Israel's military actions, with the White House accusing it of tolerating antisemitism. Rights advocates, however, point out that rising Islamophobia and anti-Arab sentiment have gone largely unaddressed. In late April, Harvard's own antisemitism and Islamophobia task forces found significant levels of fear and discrimination on campus, the Reuters reported. Nearly 6,800 international students attended Harvard in the last academic year, making up about 27 per cent of its student body. (With inputs from Reuters)
