Universities in Minneapolis‑Saint Paul shifted operations—moving some classes online, increasing security and organizing escorts—after expanded federal immigration enforcement and two fatal shootings involving federal officers. Campus leaders described heightened anxiety among students and staff and implemented short‑term operational changes to protect communities. The University of Minnesota and regional institutions issued public statements, faced intense local debate about whether to condemn federal actions, and navigated community backlash over messaging. Administrators emphasized student safety and mental‑health supports while confronting demands from governors, mayors and advocacy groups. The events illustrate how federal law‑enforcement actions can produce immediate academic disruptions, force contingency learning models, and intensify scrutiny of institutional public statements and campus safety policies.