Rights and Responsibilities

Faculty, staff and students should know and follow the university’s guidance regarding responding to federal law enforcement on the University of Kentucky campus.

President Trump’s executive order “Additional Measures to Combat Anti-Semitism” may have implications for international student visas. View the executive order and factsheet to learn more.

Your devices are subject to review by U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers when you enter the United States. You could be asked to allow officers access to your social media accounts. Visit Maintaining Visa Status to learn more about travel requirements and considerations.

• Prioritize Your Wellbeing
  • If you are feeling concerned about the changes occurring in the U.S. and would like to talk to someone, please contact the TRACS office here, and they will refer you to the appropriate resource: https://studentsuccess.uky.edu/tracs
• Where do I go for immigration questions and concerns about my status?
  • Students with F-1/J-1 nonimmigrant visas or who wish to pursue this visa type should contact International Student Services (isss@uky.edu) or make an private appointment with a Student Immigration Specialist. Students can also visit the Maintaining Visa Status page on the ISSS website here.
  • Student with other types of visas (DACA, TPS, etc.) are encouraged to contact an immigration attorney, explore free legal services or Kentucky pro bono attorney services. Members of the UK community in Lexington may also explore other resources such as the Ky Neighbors Clinic: https://www.kyneighborsclinic.org/ and CRCKY: https://www.crc4me.org/services.