Sad news: A new hire decided moving to USA is too risky given current status on COVID-19, economy, prospects for higher education, and immigration policies. Posting their letter (w permission) so others can be aware of how the US is viewed now by this highly talented person (1/3)

I share the views of many in my department who are frustrated about the country’s handling of the pandemic and immigration policies that degrade our ability to bring in a talented and diverse faculty (2/3)

We need to do better so that the US can continue to be a leader in higher education and provide opportunities to the international community (3/3)