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Monday, March 3, 2025   

Following President Donald Trump's executive order lifting Immigration and Customs Enforcement restrictions in protected areas, the American Federation of Teachers is offering guidance to colleges and universities, in Michigan and nationwide.

The AFT, National Immigration Law Center, and Presidents' Alliance teamed up to release a guide to help colleges handle ICE encounters - including establishing school protocols and understanding constitutional rights.

Eric Rader, AFT president at Henry Ford College in Dearborn, said the school provides support for its large Arab and Muslim student population affected by current events.

"All of our students at Henry Ford are eligible for free counseling in our counseling department," said Rader. "We also have a lot of affinity groups, student groups, that are a great place for students of Arab or Muslim descent to talk to other students."

Rader said the college also offers specialized support for international staff members.

Immigration law states that ICE can enter public areas of campus without a warrant, but an authorized official must approve access to non-public areas.

The guide instructs students and staff to notify the president or chancellor if law enforcement requests campus access or student records - or if officers are seen on or near campus questioning students.

Rader stressed that Henry Ford is committed to reassuring students and ensuring their safety.

"We've reminded everyone that federal laws like the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act prohibits us from divulging information about the identities of our students to outside parties," said Rader. "And while we may have to comply with law enforcement if there are court orders, we and our students have legal rights that must be protected."

Students and staff are also advised to document any ICE encounters with photos, videos, notes, and agent details.



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