iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Immigrant-origin students have driven 84% of domestic enrollment growth since 2000. In 2023, they made up nearly a third of all enrolled students. Learn more in our new report: www.presidentsalliance.org/securing-ame...

000

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

📘 Our 2025 Annual Impact Report is here. Together with nearly 600 member institutions, the Presidents’ Alliance advanced policy, legal, and campus efforts to expand opportunity for immigrant-origin, international, and refugee students. Read the report: www.presidentsalliance.org/annual-impac...

010

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

On Tuesday, March 31 (1–2 PM ET), join us for our next College Corner meeting focused on financial aid strategies and college decision-making. 🔗 Register here: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/events/colle... 📌 Learn more about College Corner: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/undocumented...

010

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

⏰ There’s still time to apply! We're seeking a full-time Attorney, Legal Resources and Initiatives with deep experience in immigration and employment-based immigration law. 🔗 Learn more and apply via Idealist: ideali.st/cUukwZ

000

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

New research from the Presidents’ Alliance and the Migration Policy Institute shows declines in the number of undocumented students graduating from high school annually. 🔗 Press release: www.presidentsalliance.org/press/agener... 🔗 Fact sheet: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/research/a-g...

000

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

The Presidents’ Alliance is seeking a full-time Attorney, Immigration Pathways & Legal Resources with deep experience in immigration and employment-based immigration law. 🔗 Learn more and apply via Idealist: ideali.st/cUukwZ

010

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

ICYMI: Legal challenges to in-state tuition are escalating across multiple states. Our new Protecting Tuition Equity playbook equips campuses and coalitions with tools to prepare and respond. 📘 www.presidentsalliance.org/protecting-t... 📰 www.theeduledger.com/students/art...

presidentsalliance.org

Protecting Tuition Equity: A Playbook for State Coalitions and Higher Education - Presidents' Alliance

About the Playbook The Protecting Tuition Equity Playbook was developed by the Higher Education Coordinating Group to support higher education institutions, state leaders, and advocates as they respon...

011

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

New playbook from the Higher Ed Coordinating Group, convened by the Presidents’ Alliance and FWD.us: steps state coalitions and higher education institutions can take to prepare for challenges to tuition equity policies. 🔗 www.presidentsalliance.org/protecting-t...

041

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Navigating employment-based immigration options can be complex. The Legal Pathways that Work (LPTW) initiative helps students and graduates understand their options. 🎥 Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugjj... #InternationalStudents #ImmigrantStudents #ImmigrationPathways #CareerServices

youtube.com

Explore our Legal Pathways That Work Hub!

YouTube video by Presidents' Alliance on Higher Ed & Immigration

033

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

📣 We’re hiring a Communications Manager! Help shape the national narrative at the intersection of higher ed & immigration. 📍 DC-metro (hybrid) 💼 Full-time | 💰 $80K 🗓 Guaranteed review for apps by Jan 25, 2026 Apply: ideali.st/4Vgb6j

042

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

We are grateful for the partners and donors who have helped us stand strong for immigrant, refugee, and international students this year. 💙 We are close to meeting our $10,000 1:1 match, and a $25 gift today doubles your impact. 👉 Donate here: www.presidentsalliance.org/givingtuesday/

000

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

The Presidents’ Alliance submitted public comments strongly opposing the Trump Administration’s proposed changes to public charge determinations, which would create harmful ambiguity and a chilling effect for students and campuses. 🔗 Read more: www.presidentsalliance.org/press/presid...

presidentsalliance.org

Presidents’ Alliance Opposes Proposed Rule Changing Criteria for Public Charge Determinations - Presidents' Alliance

Presidents’ Alliance Opposes Proposed Rule Changing Criteria for Public Charge Determinations The proposed rule would induce a chilling effect across populations and jeopardize the wellbeing of highe...

021

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

🗣️ “The guidance has created uncertainty and anxiety,” - Miriam Feldblum. “H-1B visaholders and their families are being advised not to travel if it’s not needed, because what happens if they get stuck outside the country because of this extreme social media vetting.” www.politico.com/newsletters/...

politico.com

State Department rattles higher ed with new visa policy

The Trump administration’s recent attempts to overhaul visa programs are rankling higher education groups who fear plans for increased vetting are unclear and risk pushing away top talent.

021

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

"It's time to pull the fire alarm. And that does not mean to panic. It's a call to respond, to mobilize, and to act together, to defend our students, and challenge unlawful and harmful actions." - 🗣️ Miriam Feldblum, President and CEO of the Presidents' Alliance thepienews.com/this-is-not-...

thepienews.com

This is not the time to remain on the sidelines: Miriam Feldblum at The PIE Live North America

Presidents' Alliance of Higher Education and Immigration CEO Miriam Feldblum gave a rousing speech during her opening speech at The PIE Live North America in Chicago.

041

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

We applaud the bipartisan introduction of the #DreamAct of 2025 by Senators Durbin and Murkowski. Their collaboration reflects what the public overwhelmingly wants: a lasting, common-sense solution for #Dreamers. Read our statement www.presidentsalliance.org/press/presid...

010

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

WE'RE HALFWAY THERE! This #GivingTuesday, the Presidents’ Alliance is pleased to announce that a generous funder has offered to match donations 1:1. Please help us reach this match ✅ and our goal of $10,000. Give TODAY ➡️ lnkd.in/gfhEvpT8.

011

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Your #GivingTuesday gift makes a REAL impact. Together, we can strengthen our campuses and communities by supporting immigrant, refugee, and international students nationwide. Help us continue the work! Make a #contribution to the Presidents' Alliance today! 💙 DONATE 👉 lnkd.in/gfhEvpT8

011

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Did you know your giving can fuel policy change? Your donation to the Presidents' Alliance supports our work to improve immigration policies and ensure all students, including immigrant and refugee students, can flourish. Donate Today! lnkd.in/gDxtcTzZ

111

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

This hashtag #GivingTuesday 🎓 help us power the Higher Ed Immigration Portal. The Higher Ed Immigration Portal is your go-to resource for data, narratives, policy, and real solutions to support refugee, immigrant-origin and international students. DONATE TODAY 🔗 lnkd.in/gDxtcTzZ

131

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

We are only one week away from Giving Tuesday but don’t wait! The Higher Ed Immigration Portal brings together students, policymakers, and educators to create an informed community. Use the link to donate! bit.ly/4o0tATX

131

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Proposed changes to "Duration of Status" D/S could jeopardize the system that allows #internationalstudents complete their degrees.This International Education Week #IEW2025, check out our explainer on the implications of this proposed rule. youtu.be/6zoSE8Z8U2Q

youtu.be

International Education Week explainer: What's at stake when ending "Duration of Status" D/S?

YouTube video by Presidents' Alliance on Higher Ed & Immigration

031

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Today! Join us at 2 PM ET for a webinar exploring how displaced students are experiencing campus life, with a focus on campus climate and sense of belonging.

110

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

🎓 Join the Presidents’ Alliance, TheDream.US, EdTrust, and Immigrants Rising for an important webinar exploring the legal and policy challenges facing undocumented students and the colleges that support them.

101

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

🚨 Register Now! 🚨 New webinar on Selecting a Graduate or Professional Program: Considerations for Undocumented Students Join us next Tuesday, November 11 for the launch 🚀 of our 🆕 Graduate & Professional Program Tool.

100

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

In wrapping our refugee student spotlight, meet Alimas, a refugee student at The University of California Berkeley. Alimas is a strong advocate for displaced people’s rights to higher education.

111

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

🚨 Happening Tomorrow! 🚨 Join The Presidents’ Alliance, TheDream.US, Immigrants Rising, Informed Immigrant, NLPA, and the Immigrant Mental Health Lab at Rutgers University for a webinar on #MentalHealth amid uncertain immigration policies.

100

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Meet Dudi, a refugee student and candidate for a Master’s of Science in Business Analytics at @ Virginia Tech. As a co-founder of an initiative bringing higher education access to refugee youth, Dudi continues to advocate for meaningful refugee inclusion in higher education and leadership

100

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

As our refugee student spotlight series continues, meet Lida, an Afghan refugee and nursing student at Western Kentucky University. In addition to her studies, Lida uses her language skills to help other Afghan refugees settle into the Bowling Green community.

112

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Meet Shiek, a Rohingya refugee and student at @Northwestern University, majoring in Economy and Political Science. Shiek’s story is a powerful example of resilience, purpose, and the impact of access to #HigherEd

100

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

On Oct 15, the Presidents’ Alliance hosted a powerful webinar on the latest policy updates and programs impacting refugee and displaced students. 💬 Webinar Highlights:

111

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

In response to the DOJ’s request for an investigation into the University of Nevada, Reno, the Presidents’ Alliance strongly encourages higher ed institutions to stand firm.

112

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

📢 Join us October 15, for a timely webinar exploring key policy updates and immigration actions impacting refugee and displaced students 🌍🎓. Register here: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/events/webin...

111

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

The 2026-2027 FAFSA is LIVE 🥳 Visit our #FAFSA Hub for resources, guides, and FAQs for counselors working with mixed-status families. 💡 FAFSA HUB www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/resources/fa... 📝 Broken Promises Report www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/broken-promi...

011

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

📢 The Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education strongly opposes the Trump administration’s proposed rule ending “Duration of Status” for International Students and Exchange Visitors.

121

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

From September 15 to October 15, National Hispanic Heritage Month honors the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.

130

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

#WelcomingWeek2025 is a reminder of the importance of building welcoming systems. That’s why we’re proud to share A Practical Guide for New H-1B and O-1A Visa Holders, designed for professionals navigating their new lives and careers in the U.S.

112

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

🚨 Happening TODAY at 3 PM ET 🚨 📌 What’s at Stake? Under this proposal, the current flexible system would be replaced with fixed end dates, forcing international students and scholars to repeatedly apply for extensions through DHS. 🔗 Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

000

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

📢 Attention all Higher Education Institutions 📢 Following the recent DHS petition to end Duration of Status (D/S), the Presidents’ Alliance has contributed to high-level guidance to help institutions identify content that would be especially valuable to include in your comments to DHS.

111

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

This week is a virtual back-to-school resource fair 📚 for immigration-related resources. Today, we’re sharing explainers 💡 about #scholarships and financial support. (🧵 continues)

100

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

This week is a virtual back-to-school resource fair 🎒 📚 for immigration-related resources. Today, we’re sharing explainers to help you make sense of recent immigration updates. (🧵 continues)

100

Reposted by Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration

Ewa Obatuase @ewaspeaks.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

As we head back to school, higher education institutions should prepare to support immigrant students and community members on campus. Check out the @presalliance.bsky.social guide, Immigration Enforcement on Campuses: What You Need To Know, to learn more. www.presidentsalliance.org/immigration-...

presidentsalliance.org

Immigration Enforcement on Campuses: What You Need To Know - Presidents' Alliance

This FAQ provides answers to common questions related to federal immigration enforcement on campuses. It outlines institutional obligations in the event of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (IC...

021

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

🚨New Tool Drop! We teamed up with Innovation Law Lab to launch an interactive Legal Pathways Tool for noncitizen students + grads with precarious statuses. Check it out: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/lptw/legal-p... Share with students, advocates, advisors! #HigherEd #DACA #LegalSupport

001

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

#ICYMI “These kinds of scholarships exist to fill critical gaps in access to higher education.” Feldblum said. "Investing in their [undocumented students] education boosts workforce development and strengthens local and state economies.” www.washingtonpost.com/education/20... #HigherEd

washingtonpost.com

Federal investigations target college aid to immigrants and minorities

The Education Department has opened civil rights investigations into five universities for offering scholarships to undocumented people and racial minorities.

001

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

🚨Updated Resource Alert!🚨 Check out our revamped Legal Pathways That Work hub, featuring resources, guides, tools, and more to help noncitizen students and graduates access employment-based visas and careers post-graduation. 🔗 Explore the hub here: www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/lptw/

higheredimmigrationportal.org

LPTW Hub - Presidents' Alliance

Legal Pathways Learning Tool & Legal Consultations Want to learn more your immigration options? Take our free questionnaire to learn more about your immigration options and what information is needed ...

011

Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration @presalliance.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Presidents’ Alliance Commends Bipartisan Efforts Behind Reintroduction of the Dignity Act We commend the bipartisan efforts behind the introduction of the #DignityAct of 2025, led by Representatives María Elvira Salazar (R-FL) and Veronica Escobar (D-TX), and +20 other members of Congress.

122