In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges faced by international students, particularly focusing on the emotional and legal hurdles that arise from visa revocations and the increasing concerns around AI surveillance.
About Fiona McEntee.
Fiona is the founding and managing attorney at McEntee Law Group, a nationally recognized immigration firm based in Chicago. She’s an award-winning lawyer, a passionate advocate for startups and creatives, and a leading expert on O-1 visas, EB-1A green cards, and pathways that help international talent build their futures in the U.S. She’s also the author of Our American Dream, a children’s book that celebrates immigrants and her second book- U.S. Immigration Options for Startups: Accelerate Your American Dream.
Today, she’s here to talk with us not only about the challenges—but about the hope, advocacy, and resilience that define the international student journey in 2025.
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Resource Alert: Guidance on F-1 Visa Revocation and SEVIS Termination
Shared by Arthur Serratelli, MBA, JD – Partner, Serratelli Mijal PLLC
For those advising students facing F-1 visa revocation and SEVIS termination, Arthur Serratelli and Mara Mijal recommend reviewing the attached AILA Practice Alert. This resource outlines key steps to determine whether reinstatement is an option through SEVIS, and highlights the limited legal pathways available, such as litigation or reapplying for a visa—each with considerable risks.
Also included is a curated list of immigration attorneys actively handling F-1-related lawsuits. While not affiliated with Serratelli Mijal PLLC, these attorneys have been positively mentioned within the professional community:
This guidance is shared for informational purposes and to support international student advocates navigating complex visa issues.
