University of Oregon international student’s visa terminated by Homeland Security

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — An international student at the University of Oregon had their F-1 visa terminated by federal authorities last week, UO confirmed to KOIN 6 News.

As originally reported by The Oregonian, the student’s nonimmigration visa was terminated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, citing “unspecified criminal charges.”

A UO spokesperson confirmed to KOIN 6 News that the student’s visa was terminated on Friday, March 28. The spokesperson said the university was not notified of the termination or given any advanced warning about the situation.

“The university is required to inform students when their F-1 visa status is terminated and that they are given 15 days to leave the country unless they have another legal pathway for remaining,” said Angela Seydel, a UO spokesperson. “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. When a student’s visa is revoked, the university offers any assistance we can provide.”   

The spokesperson went on to say the university wasn’t given any details about the reason for the terminated visa, nor did they bring the individual to the attention of federal authorities and weren’t involved in any decisions regarding their status.

“We recognize that this situation may raise questions and concerns in our community,” the university spokesperson said.

KOIN 6 News reached out to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security but has not heard back.