University of Minnesota Adjusts Policies for Immigration Enforcement

Thousands of students are set to return to the University of Minnesota for the spring semester on Tuesday, as the university implements new measures in response to federal agents’ presence due to Operation Metro Surge. These changes prioritize access, safety, and flexibility, allowing some classes to be attended virtually. Building access will be restricted, requiring badge entry, though certain public spaces will remain open. The university assures that its public safety departments do not enforce immigration laws, encouraging noncitizen students to carry their immigration documents.

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