Breaking: CSU confirms 6 international student visas have been revoked

Aubree Miller, News Editor

April 2, 2025

Colorado State University has confirmed that six international students have had their visas revoked and that some have already left the country.

Vice Provost for International Affairs Kathleen Fairfax confirmed the number at the April 1 Faculty Council meeting. The same information was also confirmed by Tiana Kennedy, the associate vice president for communications at CSU and the head of communications for the CSU System.

Michelle Stanley, interim vice provost for undergraduate affairs, gave further updates on the students impacted, stating that “they’re safe,” and one student has not left yet.

“We brought them, we escorted them to the airport, and we got them through security,” Stanley said. “… This is very new for us, and we’re learning and we’re reacting and we’re planning.”

Students made decisions to leave based on discussions with their families and advice from the Office of International Programs, Stanley and Fairfax said.

A March 29 statement to the international student and scholar communities was posted to the International Programs website.

“To CSU’s International Student and Scholar Community, we are aware that some CSU international students have been impacted by visa revocations and SEVIS terminations issued by the U.S. Department of State,” the statement reads.

“Affected students are advised to immediately contact the embassy of their home country, and the CSU Office of International Programs at (970) 491-5917 or isss@colostate.edu. We are working with our state and federal elected officials to ensure that our students are informed of all their options. Our international community is an integral part of Colorado State University, enriching our campus in countless ways. Please know that CSU deeply values our international student population and is committed to supporting you to the best of our abilities.”

Kennedy provided a statement from the university but was unable to share further information due to privacy concerns.

“Last night, we found out that one additional student has been impacted, so the total number is six,” Kennedy said. “Five international students have been impacted by visa revocations. For privacy reasons, we cannot provide additional information.”

The CSU Federal Updates’ university resources and guidance tab also states: “We are aware that some CSU international students have been impacted by visa revocations issued by the U.S. Department of State. Affected students are advised to immediately contact the embassy of their home country and the CSU Office of International Programs at (970) 491-5917 or isss@colostate.edu. We are working with our state and federal elected officials to ensure that our students are informed of all their options.”

This information was marked updated on March 28.

This is a breaking news story. Updates will be made as information becomes available.

The following resources are available for international students and scholars:

CSU Student Legal Services
- (970) 491-1482
- Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, Lory Student Center 274
- Request an appointment
- Know Your Rights

CSU International Programs
- (970) 491-5917
- Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed noon to 1 p.m., Monday-Friday, Laurel Hall
- Email inquiries: isss@colostate.edu
- Schedule an appointment with an international adviser
  - Drop-in advising available Monday-Thursday, 10-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.
- If students need to contact the office after hours due to urgent circumstances, they have been advised to contact the CSU Police Department at 970-491-6425.

Reach Aubree Miller at news@collegian.com or on social media @aubreem07.

About the Contributors

Aubree Miller, News Editor

Aubree Miller is a news editor for The Rocky Mountain Collegian and could not be more thrilled to take on the role. Miller started as a reporter for the news; arts and entertainment; and life and culture desks in fall 2023 and has nurtured a love for news and keeping up with what is going on in the community, no matter how small or large the occasion. Going into their sophomore year, Miller is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in journalism along with two minors in women’s studies and ethnic studies. They are incredibly excited to keep the CSU and Fort Collins community up to date on news while keeping a focus on ethical and fair journalism and social justice, giving a voice to each and every person The Collegian interacts with. Miller is originally from rural northern Wisconsin and has lived in Aurora, Colorado, for the past eight years. Passions for reading, writing and music have flourished during their time at CSU thus far. That passion for writing translated into journalism, where writing is combined with being able to help others and to tell the stories that may not always be told. When not working at The Collegian, Miller can be found attempting to bring back ’80s fashion trends, crocheting, listening to Taylor Swift and hanging out with their cat. Miller is immensely proud of their work with The Collegian thus far and is thrilled to continue learning and growing as an editor.

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Caden Proulx is a human development and family studies student at Colorado State University pursuing his passion for graphic design at The Collegian. Originally from Austin, Texas, Caden’s journalistic journey began in the high school yearbook department, where his passion for design grew. This led to him to seek out student media when he got to Colorado State University. Starting as a page designer in his first year, Caden found a home at The Collegian. This led him to the position of print director his sophomore year. Despite majoring in HDFS, Caden seamlessly integrates his hobby of graphic design with his academic pursuits. The Collegian has become an integral part of his success at CSU. Now firmly rooted in Colorado, Caden is eager to contribute to the student media landscape, The Collegian and its success. He loves working alongside other excited students who are talented and have a lot to teach and push him to continue to grow as a visual journalist.

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