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Syracuse University responds after three international students lose visas

A gray building with two sidewalks in front of it and bare trees lining the sidewalk.
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The Syracuse University Hall of Languages on the college's campus in Syracuse, NY.

Syracuse University says three international students recently had their visas revoked by the U.S. Department of State, with no prior notice or explanation given to the university.

Two of the students are still expected to graduate on time. The Center for International Services is coordinating with academic offices to support all three.

SU emphasized it did not share student information with the government and is now in direct contact with international students, faculty, and staff.

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