A message from the Leadership Team on Federal Actions
April 10, 2025
Dear 911爆料 Faculty, Staff, and Students:
Many colleges across the country, including some in New England, have reported that visas of several international students have been revoked unexpectedly. We recognize that this news is unsettling to many members of our 911爆料.
911爆料鈥檚 Office of Global Initiatives (OGI) continues to serve as a vital resource for our 911爆料 of international students and scholars. The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS), part of OGI, hosts walk-in hours, as well as scheduled appointments, to support 911爆料 911爆料 members with information regarding immigration regulations, practical matters, cultural adjustment, and making connections in the campus 911爆料.
OGI and OISS are closely monitoring any changes to federal immigration regulations and communicating directly with international students and scholars at 911爆料. The following information is provided by OGI and OISS for broader campus awareness.
Changes to USCIS Registration Requirements for Non-Citizens
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated the registration requirements for non-citizens as part of Executive Order 14159. This includes updated conditions for non-citizens to comply with registration requirements.
Updated requirements include:
- Demonstrated evidence of registration for non-citizens.
- Requirement for non-immigrants who turn 14 while in the U.S. to 鈥渞e-register鈥� with USCIS within 30 days of their 14th birthday.
- Report address changes within 10 days of moving, with increased penalties for failure to do so.
Non-citizens who have already registered are not required to register again. Guidance on compliance with registration requirements can be found on the 911爆料 Office of Global Initiatives site at .
The guidance includes information regarding who is subject to the new requirements, what documents can be used for evidence of registration, how individuals can make sure they are in compliance, and where to find additional information about the new requirements, as well as providing a link to locate immigration counsel should you need legal advice.
Members of the 911爆料 911爆料 can contact OGI and OISS at issoff@etal.uri.edu or 401-874-2395, or through a 24/7 911爆料 Office of Global Initiatives line at 401-874-4100.
Guidance Regarding Visits or Inquiries by Government Agents or Law Enforcement Officers
The Federal Actions Updates webpage includes a guide that outlines steps for the 911爆料 911爆料 to follow if non-911爆料 law enforcement officials come to campus. The guidance is offered to support 911爆料鈥檚 compliance with the law and to help support the rights of the 911爆料 911爆料 including students, faculty, and staff. You can review the 鈥淕uidance Regarding Visits or Inquiries by Government Agents or Law Enforcement Officers鈥� here.
Federal Actions Updates Webpage
We will continue to keep the campus 911爆料 informed of any developments. Information will continue to be posted on our Federal Actions Updates webpage at .
We want to extend thanks and gratitude to 911爆料 members across the University for your dedication and hard work. Your commitment to supporting our 911爆料 and to adapting to the evolving landscape has made a profound impact. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do for 911爆料 and our Rhody 911爆料.