GROSSMONT-CUYAMACA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT SUPPORTS UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS WITH ACTION WEEK OCTOBER 16-20

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Source: Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District

October 12, 2023 (El Cajon)--The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District will be demonstrating support for undocumented students by joining community colleges across California in Undocumented Student Action Week October 16-20. Grossmont and Cuyamaca colleges will be holding a wide range of events in support of undocumented students and immigrants.

Students are encouraged to visit the Together We Rise Center at Cuyamaca College or the Dream Center at Grossmont College, which offer programs and services to help empower undocumented students to achieve their academic and personal pursuits.  Both centers serve as a resource to help students with access to higher education, advocacy and educational materials, campus-based and community services, current events, engagement activities, legal aid referrals, legislative updates, and more.

“The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District wants to ensure that every student, regardless of their immigration status, can pursue the education and training they need to reach their career goals,” said Chancellor Lynn Ceresino Neault. “Our undocumented students should be informed about their options and always feel that our colleges are a safe place to learn.”

Among the week’s events:

 

Monday, October 16

 

Undocumented Action Week Kickoff Event

Cuyamaca College, in front of the F Building

Visit the table in front of the F Building from 8 a.m.-11 a.m. and from 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Free coffee and sweet bread will be offered.

 

4 p.m.-6 p.m.

Transferring to a 4-year University

Grossmont College Building 31, Room 128

Free pizza and drinks

 

Tuesday, October 17

Noon-2:30 p.m.

Rising Together

Together We Rise Student Center

Cuyamaca College

Meet and greet for students to get to know their Success Team, as well as have the opportunity to build community with their peers. Food and drinks provided.

 

1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Mental Health Workshop

Grossmont College Building 34, Room 150

Free pizza and drinks

 

Wednesday, October 18

Noon-2:30 p.m.

How to Create Your Own Business

Together We Rise Student Center

Cuyamaca College

This workshop will provide you with the information you need to pursue your small business certificate at the college.

 

11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Grossmont-Cuyamaca Entrepreneurship

Grossmont College Building 34, Room 150 or by Zoom

 

Thursday, October 19

5 p.m.-7 p.m.

Noche de Familia Family Night

Together We Rise Student Center

Cuyamaca College

This bilingual presentation will create awareness about the different opportunities available for undocumented/DACAmented students and mixed-status families. Food and drinks provided.

 

Noon-2 p.m.

Higher Education Legal Services

Grossmont College The Village/Tech Mall, Second Floor

 

Friday, October 20

Noon-1 p.m.

Honoring the Stories and Challenges that Undocumented Student Face

Zoom

A discussion on the vital contributions and unique challenges faced by undocumented students in the United States, with the goals of raising awareness and advocating for the rights of undocumented individuals, fostering inclusivity, promoting dialogue and inspiring collective action for all students.

10 a.m.-Noon

Meet and Greet Dreamers Resource Center

Grossmont College The Village, Tech Mall, Second Floor

Free pizza and drinks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 


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