 Most universities in the U.S. are closing for over a month during the holidays. While students usually fly home during this time, the latest surge in COVID-19 cases led many international students to reconsider their plans. I haven't been home in like two years and I was really hoping I would go this winter break but then with the virus and only like 25 days break like I didn't think there would be enough time. The CDC has encouraged people not to travel over the holiday to avoid the spread of the coronavirus. In addition to the concern related to the spike in positive cases across the globe, students are concerned about the uncertainty relating to re-entry to the U.S. My visa has expired this year and unfortunately it cannot leave the country without a visa for me to come back. While F1 visa holders from most foreign countries can re-enter the U.S., schools still advise their students to be cautious as travel restrictions and quarantine requirements can still change quickly. I don't want to risk not getting the visa and not being able to complete my degree. Some students remain hopeful that things will slow down soon and travel become more accessible in the coming months. International travel remains risky and schools remind that re-entry into the country is not guaranteed for international students. With the vaccine distribution expected within the coming weeks, travel is anticipated to become safer over the course of the coming year. I'm Christian Metzger from BU-TV10.