Foreign Minister Baer criticizes Harvard's Decision to Ban Foreign Students: "Very Poor Choice" - Foreign Minister Bär Criticizes Harvard's Decision to Bar International Students: Calls It a Poor Choice
Harvard University Loses Certification to Host International Students
Minister Dorothee Bär expressed concern and disapproval over the U.S. government's decision to revoke Harvard University's certification to host international students.
In an interview on Bayern 2, Bär stated that she found the situation at Harvard "highly dramatic" and considered it a responsibility for Germany and the European Union to protect academic freedom. She plans to discuss this matter with her EU colleagues in Brussels on Friday.
Bär referred to the U.S. government's decision as a "very bad decision" and a "not positive signal" for the future of education. According to her, the decision is not favorable for the younger generation or the free world.
The U.S. government, under the leadership of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, has taken away Harvard University's ability to enroll new international students under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Existing international students at the university must either transfer to another U.S. institution or leave the country.
However, a federal judge in Boston has issued a temporary restraining order, allowing international students to continue their studies for the time being. A hearing is scheduled for the following week.
As a result, Bär noted that German universities have received an increase in inquiries from foreign academic staff and students. "We can already see that we are not only receiving support from the USA, but also from countries like China and India, which would normally have gone there," Bär explained.
Harvard views the government's action as "unlawful" and considers it a "retaliatory action." The university argues that they should continue having the opportunity to accept international students and scientists, as they contribute significantly to the university and the country.
Sources:- Harvard Crimson- NPR
Related Entities:- Dorothee Bär- European Union (EU)- Christian Social Union (CSU)- Brussels- Harvard University- United States of America (USA)- Bavaria- Europe- Germany
- Dorothee Bär, a member of the European Parliament from Germany, has expressed her concerns about the U.S. government's decision to revoke Harvard University's certification, viewing it as a threat to academic freedom and a responsibility for the European Union to address.
- In light of the U.S. government's decision, Bär has highlighted the significance of education-and-self-development and policy-and-legislation discussions in the context of politics, particularly in the face of uncertain general-news events.
- Meanwhile, German universities are experiencing an increase in inquiries from foreign academic staff and students who may desire to further their education in a more welcoming environment, reflecting political shifts and their interest in learning.
