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Undocumented Student Success Week (USSW) is dedicated to honoring and highlighting the experience of students who are undocumented, underdocumented, DACA-mented, and belong to mixed status families. Undocumented persons bring rich culture, community, and experience to IVC and are invaluable to the fabric of the campus community. We recognize that many undocumented students continue to face significant barriers to employment and financial stability due to their immigration status. This year’s theme, Together in Purpose, Grounded in Belonging, calls on institutions, educators, and policy leaders to take bold, equity-driven steps in designing systems that affirm students’ identities, empower their educational and career journeys, and uplift entire communities. Together, we move beyond barriers to create a future where all students thrive.

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Undocumented Student Success Week

2025 Daily Event Guide

Faculty and staff may receive Flex Credit for attending these event. Please submit all requests for Flex Credit through the Professional Development system.

CHIRLA Presents: "Know Your Rights" 

1 – 2 pm  |  Virtual 
Everyone who lives in the US has legal rights, regardless of their immigration status.


 

Choosing a Career Being Undocumented

5:30 – 6:30 pm  |  Virtual 
Many students have difficulty choosing a major or career. Undocumented students experience additional challenges on what majors or careers they can pursue. 51ÁÔÆæ is committed to helping undocumented students make wise career choices and does not discourage students from pursuing their dream career because of their undocumented status.


 

IVC: Undocumented Student Success Week Resource Fair 

Noon – 2 pm  |  SSC Quad
Join us for the Undocumented Student Success Week Resource Fair, an event dedicated to supporting and empowering our undocumented student community. Learn about campus and community resources, connect with support services, and explore opportunities designed to help students succeed.

Financial Aid Options for Undocumented Students and DREAMERs

4 – 5 pm  |  Virtual
Financial Aid will present information about the California Dream Act Application (CADAA). Come and ask questions about your financial aid application!

 
 

How to Start a Business with an LLC 

5:30 – 6:30 pm  |  Virtual
Individuals can start their own businesses and become business owners regardless of their immigration status. Come and learn steps needed to start a business!

 
 

Strength in Stories: Mental Health & Belonging

1 – 1:45 pm  |  Virtual
A supportive workshop hosted by the IVC Health and Wellness Center that invites undocumented students to explore their experiences, share reflections, and build resilience through the power of storytelling and community. Presented by Fabiola Saucedo Macias.

 
 

Movie Night: "Extraordinary Tales"

3 – 5 pm  |  Student Activities Center (SAC), Room 130 
Enjoy an afternoon of Gothic storytelling, cinematic artistry, and community connection.

UndocuAlly Training at Saddleback College

9 am – 2 pm  |  Saddleback College, College Center (CC) 212
Join us for this educational training dedicated to increasing South Orange County Community College’s community’s awareness of the unique experiences of undocumented students. It is strongly encouraged that faculty and staff attend to learn how they can become effective allies and advocates to our undocumented community.

IVC Resources

Dream Scholars Program for Undocumented Students
The Dream Scholars Program is intended to bring awareness and inspiration while providing a safe space to undocumented students and their families. More Info »

AB 540 (Dream Act) Eligibility at 51ÁÔÆæ
This is state financial aid for any student who meets AB-540 Eligibility with or without a social security number. More Info »


A resource collection of programs, government bills, and other pertinent information regarding undocumented students is available in the IVC Library. 

Support and Resources


Students, staff, and faculty are able to access free immigration legal assistance through an official partnership with CARECEN-LA.


Founded in 2006, Immigrants Rising transforms individuals and fuels broader changes. With resources and support, undocumented young people are able to get an education, pursue careers, and build a brighter future for themselves and their community.


COLEGAS Latinx Student Success Webinar Series featuring Abigail Garcia Patton, Interim Dean of Academic Pathways and Student Success, from Chabot College and co-founder of HSI Leadership Network.


The California Undocumented Higher Education Coalition was established with one shared value: all students in California deserve the opportunity to obtain an affordable college education in their pursuit of the California dream, whether documented or not.


The DACA and Naturalization Application Filing Fees (DNAF) project aims to support payment of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) application filing fees for DACA and Naturalization applicants who are low-income and face financial barriers in paying these fees.

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