Woke University of Oregon Treats ICE Agents Like Active Shooters in Emergency Alerts
The University of Oregon has added alerts for ICE presence to its emergency notification system, which is typically reserved for threats like active shooters and fires. The move follows a state law requiring all educational institutions in Oregon to implement such alert systems. Critics argue this equates federal law enforcement activity with life-threatening emergencies, raising concerns about institutional priorities.
- ▪The University of Oregon will send emergency alerts for ICE presence on campus starting May 5, 2026.
- ▪These alerts are issued through the UO Alert system, which is used for imminent threats like active shooters and fires.
- ▪Oregon’s House Bill 4079 mandates all public schools and universities to establish ICE alert systems by September 30, 2026.
- ▪The policy was confirmed in an email by Jimmy Howard, Associate Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students.
- ▪Critics, including commentators like Jonathan Turley and Andy Ngo, argue the policy misrepresents federal law enforcement as a threat comparable to violence.
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Woke University of Oregon Treats ICE Agents Like Active Shooters in Emergency Alerts By Rusty Weiss | 7:53 AM on May 04, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. Oregon Ducks mascot. (Credit: John Martinez Pavliga) The University of Oregon is weaponizing its official emergency alert system against federal law enforcement by adding “ICE presence” notifications to the same UO Alert platform used for active shooters, fires, and/or other imminent life-threatening dangers.
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