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The milestones I had changed.”Complications and new policies brought on by the coronavirus pandemic have stopped thousands of international students from attending universities in the U.S. this fall, raising concerns that the steep decline could foretell a long-lasting shift for universities that have come to rely on attracting international students. This fall, new international students enrolled at U.S. universities online or in person fell by 43%, according to a survey of more than 700 schools released Monday. Including both new and returning students, total international enrollment fell by 16%. The number of undergraduate and graduate international students at Michigan State University was down 20% and the University of Texas fell by 17%, while Arizona State University and Ohio State University each reported declines of 15%. But U.S. universities are facing increased competition from countries, including Canada and Australia, that are trying to woo more foreign students.

WARNING: Do NOT use the oven or microwave to sanitize masks. If you own an Instant Pot, rice cooker or any other electric cooker, you now have a way to sanitize your N95 respirator mask. Researchers said this method of sanitization could allow N95 mask wearers to safely reuse respirators that are originally intended for one-time use. N95 respirator masks are one of the most-effective masks in preventing the spread of COVID-19 droplets and particles, according to U of I researchers. Do NOT use a microwave or oven to sanitize a face mask because it could be a serious fire hazard.