CMU Students Protest Visa Revocations Amid Enrollment Decline
What happened
Students organized a protest against Central Michigan University's handling of international students on October 14, 2026. The demonstration was inspired by seven former international students whose visas were revoked in April 2025. Central Michigan University acknowledged that international enrollment has been a large factor in the university's enrollment decline.
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Why it matters
The visa revocations and subsequent protests highlight the impact of federal immigration enforcement on higher education enrollment. International student enrollment at CMU decreased by 455 students between the fall of 2024 and the fall of 2025.
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Who's involved
- Donald TrumpPolicies are linked to the visa revocations.
- United States Immigration and Customs EnforcementEnforces federal visa revocation policies.
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The entities involved
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement
United States federal law enforcement agency