ASU Urges Students to Navigate Trump’s Travel Ban Challenges

By Staff Reporter |

Arizona State University (ASU) has alerted its international students regarding the implications of President Donald Trump’s recent travel ban. This proactive step aims to protect students from potential immigration conflicts.

In an email obtained by ABC 15, ASU advised students to remain in the United States until completing their degrees, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity. “At ASU, we measure success not by whom we exclude, but by whom we include and how they succeed,” the email stated. The university, which hosts over 17,000 international students, encouraged those currently outside the U.S. to return before June 9, 2025.

The travel ban, enacted last week, impacts nationals from several countries including Afghanistan, Iran, and Venezuela, citing “deficient” vetting procedures as the rationale behind the move. Trump asserts that the ban is necessary to prevent individuals with hostile attitudes from entering the U.S. The recent terrorist incident in Boulder, Colorado, which injured 15 people, was highlighted as a catalyst for this decision.

While the ban does not apply retroactively to existing visa holders, exemptions exist for lawful permanent residents, dual nationals, and members of certain sporting teams, among others. The travel restrictions took effect on Monday, coinciding with ASU’s advisory to students.

The New American University model, co-created by ASU President Michael Crow, emphasizes diverse perspectives and has faced scrutiny, particularly regarding its funding from notable donors like George Soros.