One question left unanswered by President Obama’s announcement last week that he would stop deportations of some young illegal immigrants was what the policy change will mean for students.
Professors and students are wondering whether the changes Obama announced will really help them. The president’s executive action defers deportations for illegal immigrants who are 30 or under and meet certain conditions, giving them the ability to apply for a work permit.
While some in the Latino community are celebrating the president’s announcement, others say its effect on education is murky.
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