Sponsored by Seattle Children’s Research Institute

In recent months, international postdocs and scholars have faced increasing challenges related to travel restrictions, heightened scrutiny, and visa and SEVIS revocations. This session will provide an overview of the current U.S. immigration landscape as it pertains to J-1, F-1, and other visa categories commonly held by researchers and academic professionals. We will discuss recent policy changes, common triggers for visa revocations, best practices for international travel, and steps to take if problems arise.

Speaker: Brendan Delaney, Esq., partner, Frank & Delaney Immigration Law, LLC

Cornell University is an Organizational Member of the National Postdoctoral Association (NPA). You can sign up at no cost to you as a free, affiliate member and gain access to these and other webinars and resources. NPA SmartSkills events are held monthly on the fourth Tuesday of the month in 2025. Classes are taught by experts and focus on building skills critical to career and personal success.