Student Visas

GPSG is deeply concerned about the revocation of student visas and the anxiety and pain that these current events have caused. This is what we know about the current situation:

• Notifications: The Office of International Services (OIS) will directly notify students if their SEVIS record has been terminated. As part of this communication, OIS will also explain the distinction between visa revocations and SEVIS terminations. Students do not need to reach out proactively about their status unless they are contacted by OIS. 
  
• Updated Resources: OIS has added a link on its homepage to the IU Global website, which provides up-to-date information on federal visa and immigration policy changes, potential impacts, and available support services, including legal assistance. 
  • Office of International Services: Indiana University 
  • Immigration & Visa Updates: International Resources: IU Global: Indiana University 
    
• Case-by-Case Support: The Graduate School is working one-on-one with affected students to identify options that allow them to continue and complete their academic programs. Solutions will vary based on individual circumstances and may include reduced travel requirements and the option to complete thesis or dissertation defenses remotely. 
  
  

Available Resources: 

For students seeking assistance, the following resources are available:  

• Office of International Services (OIS): Provides guidance on visa and immigration matters.  
  • Website: ois.iu.edu 
  • Email: ois@iu.edu 
  • Phone: 812-855-9086 
    

• Student Legal Services: Offers legal advice and representation to students.  
  • Website: studentlife.indiana.edu/care-advocacy/legal-services/international-students 
  • Phone: 812-855-7867   

• Representation on Immigration Matters: 
  • Christie Popp, Local Attorney-at-Law 
  • Phone: 812-323-3339 

• Graduate School: Assists with academic planning and support.  
  • Website: graduate.indiana.edu 
  • Email: grdschl@indiana.edu 

Counseling Services:

• For all IU members:  
  • Timely Care provides 24/7 virtual mental health support. 

• For IU-B students:  
  • CAPS IU-B offers mental health support services. For IU-B students 

• For the Bloomington community:  
  • Counseling and Wellness Clinic provides support for mental health issues to Indiana residents 
  • Multilingual services offered in English & Spanish. 

Have Questions?

Are you wondering how current executive orders affect your funding? We don't have all the answers; however, our priority is to direct you to the resources which will help you get a clearer picture of these recent changes. 

We would like to know the impact of the recent executive orders on the funding of those within our graduate and professional student community. This will allow us to better advocate for you and ensure that your challenges are known by the leadership of IU.

Let us know