University of Oregon student’s visa revoked by Homeland Security

EUGENE Ore. (KPTV) - On Friday, March 28, a student at the University of Oregon had their visa canceled by Homeland Security due to unspecified criminal charges, according to the school.

A UO spokesperson said the university was not notified by federal agents about the unidentified student’s visa termination or given further details about the criminal charges.

UO said they are required to inform students when their F-1 visa status is terminated and they are given 15 days to leave the country unless they have another legal pathway for remaining.

“We are working to understand more about this situation and are committed to handling this matter with care and respect for the student’s privacy,” a UO spokesperson wrote to FOX 12. “When a student’s visa is revoked, the university offers any assistance we can provide.”

The university denied any involvement with the arrest or visa termination and said they did not bring the student to the attention of federal authorities.

FOX 12 has reached out to ICE to find out more about the criminal charges and the student.

Late last month, a student at Columbia University had their visa revoked by federal agents raising questions about the legality of the process.

The Columbia student from South Korea is facing potential deportation for her involvement in a pro-Palestinian protest.