Hello Reader, Happy Wednesday. ✨ Big week for anyone tracking immigration policy: DHS is preparing to eliminate the 60-day grace period for several nonimmigrant categories, and new USCIS data shows EB-1A approval rates have dropped to just 41.7%. We've also got hackathon prizes worth $10K+, a countdown to Open Atlas Summit, and a partner spotlight on Jumpstart. Here's what you need to know 👇 The Open Atlas Weekly Bulletin DHS Could Eliminate the 60-Day Grace Period EB-1A Approval Rate Falls...
8 days ago • 4 min read
Hello Reader, Happy Wednesday. ✨ Two wins in court this week: the green card freeze is unlawful, and the H-1B fee stays blocked. Plus, scholarship deadlines, a new MIT fellowship, and two immigration webinars worth your time. This week's roundup, below. The Open Atlas Weekly Bulletin Judge Rules 75-Country Green Card Freeze Unlawful Winning Tips for the Schwarzman Scholars Application Apply to the MIT Catalyst Fellowship Before August 10 You're receiving this email as part of the Open Atlas...
15 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Happy Wednesday. ✨ This week, we've got something special: a message from Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren to the Open Atlas community ahead of the Summit. We've also got a legal win on the H-1B fee front, a proposed rule that could affect your F-1 pathway, and the AI role that's quietly becoming tech's best-paying job. Let's get into it. The Open Atlas Weekly Bulletin First Circuit Keeps $100K H-1B Fee Blocked Proposed F-1 Rules Could Restrict the Day 1 CPT Pathway Why Forward...
22 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Happy Wednesday. ✨ Whether you're tracking your priority date, prepping for grad school applications, or job hunting in this market, this week's roundup has something for you. From a fixed admission period for F-1 students to a founder study that busts the "dropout myth," and 15,000+ open roles at fast-growing companies, let's dive in. The Open Atlas Weekly Bulletin August Visa Bulletin Shows Limited Employment-Based Movement DHS Ends Duration of Status for F-1 Students Unicorn...
29 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Happy Wednesday. ✨ Probably not, because some of the biggest immigration changes aren't always the most obvious. This week, we're breaking down the latest USCIS updates, what they mean for immigrants, and the admissions and career news you shouldn't miss. The Open Atlas Weekly Bulletin DOL Plans First Major PERM Overhaul in 20 Years New USCIS Signature Rule Could Lead to Costly Denials DHS Moves Closer to Ending Duration of Status You're receiving this email as part of the Open...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
Hello Reader, Happy Wednesday. ✨ Probably not, because some of the biggest immigration changes aren't always the most obvious. This week, we're breaking down the latest USCIS updates, what they mean for immigrants, and the admissions and career news you shouldn't miss. The Open Atlas Weekly Bulletin New EB-5 Proposal Could Reshape Investor Visa Rules AMA: MIT Graduate Shares College Application Insights Summer '26 Internships at Top YC Startups Now Open You're receiving this email as part of...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Happy Wednesday. ✨ Probably not, because some of the biggest immigration changes aren't always the most obvious. This week, we're breaking down the latest USCIS updates, what they mean for immigrants, and the admissions and career news you shouldn't miss. The Open Atlas Weekly Bulletin Supreme Court Makes It Easier to Scrutinize Returning Green Card Holders at U.S. Borders Is Day 1 CPT Still Worth It in 2026? Here's What Students Should Know Stanford's Frontier AI Course Is Now...
about 2 months ago • 4 min read
Hello Reader, Happy Wednesday. ✨ A federal court. A $100,000 fee. And a ruling that has the entire H-1B world paying attention. This week was a busy one. While immigration attorneys were dissecting a major court decision on H-1B filing costs, students were navigating a quietly shifting admissions landscape as top universities continue to rethink testing requirements and the debate around AI in essays gets louder. And for anyone watching the job market, we dug into where the best roles are...
about 2 months ago • 5 min read
Hello Reader, Happy Wednesday. ✨ The rules are shifting faster than most people can keep up. This week, we break down a major court decision that could restart thousands of stalled immigration cases, a USCIS policy change that may make in-country green card processing more difficult, and why colleges are warning applicants not to let AI write their essays. Plus, we look at new opportunities from Anthropic and what hiring data reveals about the backgrounds that top AI companies actually value....
2 months ago • 6 min read
Hello Reader, Happy Wednesday. ✨ This week offered a different kind of story. While immigration headlines have been dominated by restrictions and uncertainty, recent court rulings pushed back on major policy changes, opening doors for employers, applicants, and families. At the same time, new data showed just how much immigrants continue to shape America's startup ecosystem, while opportunities in AI, research, and higher education continue to emerge. Here are the developments worth knowing...
2 months ago • 5 min read