OU Professor Detained by ICE While Boarding Flight
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OU Professor Detained by ICE While Preparing to Board Flight
An OU assistant professor, Dr. Vahid Abedini, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement over the weekend while preparing to board a flight to Washington, D.C.
Dr. Abedini teaches Iranian Studies at the University of Oklahoma and previously served as an assistant professor at the University of Arkansas.
Professor Held Despite Valid H-1B Visa
University officials confirmed that Abedini holds a valid H-1B visa, the type issued to individuals employed in specialty occupations such as higher education, engineering, and research.
ICE has not released details regarding the reason for the detention, and OU has not stated whether it is involved in securing his release.
Supporters Seek Answers as Case Develops
The incident has raised concerns within academic circles, with faculty members and students questioning why a legally documented educator was detained. As of now, ICE has not provided a public explanation, and no formal charges have been announced.
The case remains under review, and more information is expected in the coming days.
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