Harvard Expands Screening of International Visitors
Harvard University will implement screening for international participants, faculty, and co-sponsors involved in all University-affiliated educational events. This update applies to executive education programs, online courses, workshops, and conferences.
Details of the Screening Policy
An internal presentation obtained by The Harvard Crimson revealed the expansion of compliance measures. The presentation was shared with some Economics Department staff on October 30.
The new policy requires screening for international attendees and collaborators from restricted countries, including China, Iran, and Russia.
Additional Compliance Measures
- Sharing research materials with international visitors
- Granting access to research spaces
- Presenting unpublished research abroad
These activities may require export licenses and coordination with federal agencies according to the slide deck.
“Screenings for international attendees and collaborators from certain restricted countries, including China, Iran, and Russia, are now mandatory for Harvard educational programs.”
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Author's summary: Harvard has expanded its international screening policies for educational events to include participants from certain countries and activities involving federal export control regulations.