For Chinese Students, America Feels Just Like Home
Briefly

Chinese doctoral candidates in the U.S. are increasingly anxious about recent changes regarding visa security and social media scrutiny. Students have begun to take protective measures like using encrypted messaging apps and avoiding sensitive discussions about politics. Following an emergency memo from their university regarding potential visa revocation, students feel unprepared and overwhelmed without legal resources. The advice for backup housing has exacerbated worries among students, who question the security of their status in the country and the need for legal preparedness.
A Chinese national and doctoral candidate in social sciences at an American university has begun taking measures to protect her communications and is anxious about her situation.
Students received an emergency memo about sudden visa revocation, suggesting they prepare contact lists of immigration attorneys and backup housing plans.
Read at The Atlantic
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