The webinar will include strategies and support for faculty and staff to advocated effectively on their campus, an overview of California’s efforts to develop emergency aid at community colleges, an update regarding the California Community College lawsuit against Betsy Devos… Read More ›
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Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarship: Open to Undocumented College Students
The United States Hispanic Leadership Institute is currently accepting applications for this year’s Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. Scholarship opportunity. Here are the eligibility requirements: “Applicants must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as full-time undergraduate students, in an accredited four-year… Read More ›
College Presidents with Undocumented Students Series #1: President Brian Murphy of De Anza College
By RACHEL and ROBERT Equity in higher education for undocumented students is a civil and human rights issue. The United States has restricted access to an affordable college education for undocumented students and perpetuated exclusionary campus climates. Across the country, undocumented youth and… Read More ›
2018 Isac Amaya Junior Scholarship: Open to undocumented students in Arizona
The Isac Amaya Junior Scholarship is available to students in the state of Arizona who are attending or plan to attend a community college in Maricopa, Yuma, Pima and Cochise Counties. This is a $1,000 scholarship opportunity. There will be… Read More ›
Navigating Higher Education Opportunities Series #2: Three Education Systems, One Undocumented Student
By SALVADOR I was academically dismissed from UCSB after one and a half years. During my time there I felt imposter syndrome and alone. There was not enough legal or financial support for undocumented students. There were many events for the… Read More ›
SALEF 2018 Dream Scholarship: Open to undocumented students in the Los Angeles area (CA)
The Salvadoran American Leadership & Educational Fund (SALEF) recently announced their scholarship opportunity for this year. This scholarship is dedicated to supporting students with their college/graduate school tuition expenses. Note: As indicated on their scholarship application, “the scholarship is open… Read More ›
2017 COFEM Scholarship: Open to Undocumented Students in Southern California
COFEM is a non-profit organization that provides information and resources to Latino immigrants. They recently announced their scholarship opportunity for this year. Awards are: $500 to community college students and $1,000 to undergraduate students attending four-year colleges or universities. Note: “Recipients of AB540… Read More ›
The Dream.Us scholarships: Open to undocumented students with DACA or TPS
The Dream.Us just announced this year’s scholarship opportunities. Their National Scholarship covers students’ tuition and fees (up to a maximum of $12,500 for an associate’s degree and $25,000 for a bachelor’s degree), at one of their Partner Colleges. Their Opportunity Scholarship covers… Read More ›
Reflections of a Former Undocumented Student
By ROBERT Growing up undocumented is a difficult and constant internal struggle, but you have to remember that you are not alone in this. One of the most important things you can do as an undocumented immigrant is to share your… Read More ›
USHLI Scholarship: Open to undocumented students
The United States Hispanic Leadership Institute is a non-profit dedicated to empowering the Latino community by promoting education, leadership development, unity, and civic participation. Their Dr. Juan Andrade, Jr. Scholarship seeks to support students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree. Students attending or accepted… Read More ›