Dream vs. Disillusionment
When her phone rang, Liu had just 24 hours to pack. She’d earned a spot at one of California’s top universities after three years of relentless study. Then came the chilling news: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio vowed to aggressively revoke visas for Chinese students. Suddenly her dream of the Golden State felt on shaky ground.
Campus Concerns
Chancellors and professors at UCLA, UC San Diego and USC have voiced alarm over the plan. These campuses have drawn talent for decades—often relying on international student tuition for a significant slice of their annual budgets. Now, uncertainty and fear ripple through lecture halls and research labs.
The Road Ahead
For many in the Chinese mainland, California still symbolizes opportunity. But with policy shifts underway, families and students face new questions: Can academic ambition thrive under visa threats? Will campuses stand by their global commitments? As the debate unfolds, the dream of the Golden State may hinge on policy, not just passion.
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