Universities in U.S. Midwest support Chinese students, scholars and faculty

CHICAGO, Sept. 20 (Xinhua) -- The University of Chicago (UChicago) has been working with international students, including those from China, to provide the support they need on visas and other issues, recognizing that students have a wide variety of circumstances and needs, according to a statement from the university.

"The University of Chicago is committed to welcoming and supporting scholars, students, and staff from all parts of the world," said Gerald McSwiggan, assistant director for Public Affairs at UChicago, in a statement sent to Xinhua recently.