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
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