By Geoff Smith (@smithco on Twitter)

U of L shares concerns about US visitor ban

Jan 30, 2017 | 11:18 AM

LETHBRIDGE – The University of Lethbridge says it’s ready to help anybody affected  by the U.S. ban on visitors from seven Muslim-majority countries.

In a statement, president Mike Mahon says the school shares the concerns other Canadian universities have had, about the exchange of ideas across borders and efforts to limit them. He says the U of L will continue to welcome people from around the world, a key part of the Destination 2020 plan.

“The U of L’s international activities pertaining to recruitment, teaching, research and multiple other initiatives have greatly enhanced the campus experience for all members of our university community and southern Alberta as a whole,” Mahon said. “We also know it has benefitted global communities. The U of L is extremely proud of this.”

Mahon also points out President Donald Trump signed the order the same week the University of Lethbridge celebrated the Syrian refugees who now live in the city.

“We are part of a global academic community that not only encourages international students to attend the University of Lethbridge, but also recognizes the absolute value of students and faculty seeking experiences abroad. We further appreciate the necessity of the free exchange of ideas and collaboration across borders and are very concerned with actions that limit these opportunities,” the statement also reads.

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Mahon said the school will use student, faculty, and staff supports to help anyone who may need it as a result of the ban.