Amid crackdown on Chinese students, one US university appears to block them

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Purdue University allegedly implemented an unofficial policy to reject students from China and other 'adversary nations'.
US legislators pressured universities to provide data on Chinese students, citing national security concerns.
Students and faculty report rescinded offers and lack of transparency in admissions decisions.
Purdue denies the existence of a formal ban but did not address specific allegations.
Other universities, like UIUC and Columbia, have also scaled back partnerships with Chinese institutions.
The Trump-era policies, including Proclamation 10043, continue to impact Chinese students and scholars.
Critics argue these policies harm academic freedom, meritocracy, and US competitiveness in research.
Chinese students are increasingly considering alternatives to US universities due to the hostile climate.

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