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Undocumented Student Success Week (USSW)

October 19 – 23, 2026

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. 

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Undocumented Student Success Week

2026 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.

Choosing a Career Being Undocumented with Mark Franco (Hybrid)
3:30 – 5 pm  |  Equity Inclusion Center, E9.107 (SAC 130) and Online via Zoom 

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CHRILA Know Your Rights: ICE and the Law (Online) 
1 – 2 pm  |  Online via Zoom
ICE in Our Communities: Know Your Rights and Understand Police Responsibilities. 

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Puente Club Collaboration with Puente Program Social Hour, Featuring Police Chief Romero 
Noon – 1:30 pm  |  Student Empowerment Center, SSC 260K
Join us to learn the responsibilities of college police compared to federal law enforcement.

 

USSW Resource Fair and Guest Speaker: Beatriz Herman 
11 am – 1 pm  |  W1 (PAC) Lobby
Join us for our annual Undocu Student Resource Fair, with a twist! This year we welcome Beatriz Herman, host of the “Sin Papeles” podcast to share her experience navigating Higher Ed while undocumented and what inspired her to give others a platform for their stories.

Financial Aid Presentation (Online)
Noon – 1 pm  |  Online via Zoom
Financial Aid will present information about the California Dream Act Application (CADAA). Come and ask questions about your financial aid application!

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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 Irvine Valley College
This is state financial aid for any student who meets AB-540 Eligibility with or without a social security number. More Info »

Support and Resources

Free Immigration Legal Consultations
Students, staff, and faculty are able to access free immigration legal assistance through an official partnership with CARECEN-LA. More Info »

Educators are Talking about Immigrants Rising
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. Watch Video »

California Undocumented Higher Education Coalition
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. More Info »

If you require an accommodation for any of the events listed, please contact Disability Support Programs for Students at least three business days prior to the event by calling 949-451-5630 or emailing ivcdsps@ivc.edu.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​