Undocumented Student Resources

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The Undocumented Student Program at Imperial Valley College serves all undocumented students (including those with mixed-status families), faculty/staff, and allies. We strongly advocate for the rights of our undocumented community and work towards creating a better sense of community on campus. We are working remotely. For immediate assistance please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Services

  • Financial Aid

  • On-Campus Resource Referrals

  • Scholarships

  • Online Events and Workshops

Welcome Students

Imperial Valley College welcomes you back to Spring 2021 semester! This semester is full of opporunities and experiences. The Undocumented Student Center is here to support you along your educational journey. We can connect you and inform you about various on campus and off campus resouces to assist you on this path. To get any assistance please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

Spring 2021 Events

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Feb

Welcome Back: Current Updates + Q&A @ 12:00 PM

by Higher Education Legal Services
Welcome back and happy New Year! Join our Higher Education Legal Services team as we discuss the current updates in immigration policy. Time will be set aside for FAQ's and any questions or concerns you might like to further discuss.
 
 
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KYR & Family Preparedness @ 12:00 PM 

by Higher Education Legal Services
Our chances of running into a Law Enforcement Officer are greater when living in a border community. The JFS's Higher Education Legal Services (HELS) Team invites you to our presentation on Know Your Rights and Family Preparedness. Civil and basic rights under the U.S. Constitution pertain to all regardless of immigration status. HELS will break down your basic rights and a family preparedness plan in case you or your loved one(s) are exposed to an unfortunate situation (i.e., detention or deportation).
 
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Mar

What it means to be DACAmented @12:00 PM

by Higher Education Legal Services
JFS stands in solidarity with Dreamers and is providing FREE immigration services to the CCC's and CSU's in the San Diego and Imperial Valley communities. Join JFS's Higher Education Legal Services (HELS) program for an interactive webinar where our team will discuss the current state of DACA and who is currently eligible to apply. Time will be reserved for an interactive and LIVE Q&A where you can ask questions and get answers from our HELS team.
 

 

 

Jewish Family Service - HELS

    • The Higher Education Legal Services (HELS) initiative is a unique opportunity for students, staff, and faculty at local colleges to access personalized Immigration Legal Services from highly qualified legal practitioners. JFS Immigration Attorneys and Department of Justice Representatives are available at local schools to provide culturally-competent, trauma-informed, and reliable expertise to the campus community.

      Services include:

        • Immigration eligibility consultations
        • DACA renewal
        • Naturalization
        • Family-based immigration
        • Know Your Rights sessions
        • Emergency Planning & Safety Preparedness
        • Other immigration services

Employee rights (You have rights regardless of immigration status)

College Mental Health/ Counseling

    • Mental Health Counseling Services at the IVC Student Health Center provides short-term individual, couples, family, and group therapy to currently enrolled students.

    • Hours of operation are Monday-Friday from approximately 9:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. Provider availability may vary during those times.

    • You may contact us at (760) 355-6310 or by visiting us in Room 1536, Next to the Assessment Center (400 Building). Click here to visit the website.