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Resources for Undocumented Students

Welcome to the Undocumented Student Resources Page 

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51蹤獲 is committed to supporting undocumented, AB 540, DACAmented, and mixed-status students who are working toward their academic goals. Our mission is to provide valuable resources, support services, and a sense of community as you navigate your path at Chaffey. Whether you are working on a degree or certificate, or wish to transfer to a four-year college, we are here to support you along the way.

Undocumented/LGBTQIA+ Student Contact 

Priscilla Zamora Nunez
Undocumented/LGBTQIA+ Student Liaison
(909) 652-6516
Priscilla.zamoranunez@chaffey.edu 

PRISM imagePRISM Undocumented / LGBTQIA+ Students Resource Center

PRISM represents Pride - Resilience - Immigration - Success - Motivation

Creating a Safe and Brave Space for our Undocumented and LGBTQIA+ student communities. PRISM is a space that creates power through unity, diversity, and resilience. Our mission is to provide a welcoming environment where all individuals can thrive.


PRISM is located in AD 191
(909) 652-6595

PRISM offers:

  • A supportive community
  • Resources that connect and intersect with the student experiences
  • Success workshops
  • Resilience building resources

 

Undocu-Panthers Club

This club empowers immigrants, dreamers, and students through advocacy, education, understanding, and community while providing a safe space open to all students.

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Meets every Wednesday
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Rancho campus AD 191

Faculty Advisor: Neil Watkins
Phone: 909.652.6952
Email: neil.watkins@chaffey.edu 
Email: chaffeydreamers@gmail.com 

 

 

 


Statements for Dreamers & DACA Recipients

The 51蹤獲 Governing Board passed a 2017 resolution in support of all students, regardless of immigration status.
51蹤獲 Superintendent/President Dr. Henry Shannon issued the following statement on the Trump administrations action to end DACA: 
At 51蹤獲, we stand behind the words of California Community Colleges Chancellor Eloy Ortiz that the decision to end DACA is a heartless and senseless decision that goes against American ideals and basic human decency. The 800,000 lives affected by this decision are people who are law-abiding, educated and fluent in English. They serve in our military, teach in our classrooms and are the doctors, lawyers, scientists and leaders needed to continue building this strong nation. All of them were brought to this country as children and see this nation as their home.

At 51蹤獲, we have approximately 1,000 AB 540 students on our campuses. They are with us to pursue educational goals or to gain job skills. They positively contribute to our campuses and communities daily. For our students and the Dreamers across our nation, we urge Congress to find a permanent solution to this issue. At 51蹤獲, we will remain committed to providing educational access to all students in the communities we serve regardless of their immigration status as written in our Governing Board Resolution in February 2017.
Ending DACA is a heartless and senseless decision that goes against American ideals and basic human decency. Those who are affected by this decision were brought to this country as children and are pursuing an education and making contributions to their communities. Some have served in the armed forces defending this country. In California, we dont put dreams --or Dreamers --on hold. The California Community Colleges remain committed to serving all students, regardless of immigration status, and to providing safe and welcoming environments in which to learn. We will do all within our power to assist students affected by this decision, and we will advocate tirelessly in Congress for a permanent resolution to this issue.
The 51蹤獲 Classified Senate stands in support of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students at 51蹤獲.
The Classified Senate provides Classified Professionals with a formal participatory voice in supporting the Colleges mission, vision, core values and promoting a successful learning environment for students. As an integral part of the college community, the Classified Senate strives to actively contribute to the growth and success of ALL members of 51蹤獲. We encourage Classified Professionals and all other recipients of this email to continue to proudly stand by our students rights to obtain support and pursue educational and vocational opportunities at 51蹤獲.

The 51蹤獲 Academic Senate stands in support of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students at 51蹤獲.
Faculty inspire students to reach their goals, and have high academic and professional aspirations. Serving the whole student and developing safe, learning-centered environments is the cornerstone of our values. The Academic Senate embraces equity principles, which include respect for students and all employee groups at the college, the dignity and diversity of all students, and the capacity of all students to learn, grow, and succeed. Academic Senate Pride Statement

And to this end, the Academic Senate is dedicated to providing access, opportunity, and support services to all DACA students as they pursue their educational goals at 51蹤獲. As faculty leaders, let us stand in unity in support of our DACA students ability to learn and participate in all aspects of the educational opportunities afforded to them with freedom and hope. Our students rights are human rights, which are indivisible.

Undocumented Advocates Committee

Ann E. Perez, Admissions & Records Coordinator
SSA
(909) 652-6602
ann.perez@chaffey.edu 

Sonia Torres, Educational Services Generalist  
SSA
(909) 652-6622
sonia.torres@chaffey.edu 

Fabiola Espitia, Counselor           
Fontana Campus, FNFC-121           
(909) 652-7461              
fabiola.espitia@chaffey.edu 

Lizzete Garcia, Counselor           
Fontana Campus, FNLC     
(909) 652-7433              
lizzete.garcia@chaffey.edu 

Neil Watkins, English Coordinator/Club Advisor             
LA-112 
(909) 652-6952              
neil.watkins@chaffey.edu 

Myra Andrade, Counselor           
MACC-205A       
(909) 652-6341 
myra.andrade@chaffey.edu 

Gabriela Gulliver, Financial Aid Specialist  
SSA        
(909) 652-6148              
gabriela.gulliver@chaffey.edu 

Mayra Ramirez-Santiago
(909)652-7444
Mayra.RamirezSantiago@chaffey.edu 

Maritssa Bonilla-Guerra, Scholarship Specialist
(909) 652-6546
maritssa.bonillaguerra@chaffey.edu 

Albert Rodriguez, Panther Care Manager  
AD-107 
(909) 652-6507              
adalberto.rodriguez@chaffey.edu 

RuthAnn Garcia, Transfer Center Director              
SSA-120              
(909) 652-6144              
ruthann.garcia@chaffey.edu