Additional Support for DACA, Immigrant and International Students
The City University of New York was founded on the principle of equal access and opportunity. LaGuardia’s longstanding commitment to welcoming, protecting and supporting our students, regardless of immigration status, has not wavered since our founding.
We remain committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and will steadfastly continue to offer a welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds. LaGuardia Community College will take any steps available under the law to protect and support our undocumented students.
Should you or a family member have concerns about your immigration status or safety, we urge you to avail yourselves of the resources and services listed below.
Foundation Emergency Fund (Current Students Only)
The LaGuardia Community College Foundation offers opportunities for financial support in the form of scholarships, MetroCards, textbooks, and other emergency needs.
LaGuardia Community College Foundation
Phone: 718-482-5610
Email: foundation@lagcc.cuny.edu
E Building Room, E-508
Single Stop
Single Stop USA, which helps students overcome financial barriers by connecting them with federal and state financial resources, and local community services. Financial assistance can take the form of daily living expenses based on eligibility. We have FREE legal and financial counseling, free tax assistance through April, healthcare and other services. All students receive a free benefit screening.
Phone: 718-482-5129
Email: singlestop@lagcc.cuny.edu
C Building, Room C-107
Office Hours:
Monday thru Thursday from 9 AM to 5 PM
*Friday from 9 AM to 1 PM *subject to change
F1-Visas - Current Students
LaGuardia International Student Services Office assists international students who hold F-1 visas in their cultural and educational transition to the College. The office provides advising and support services to students with immigration, academic, financial, personal and cross-cultural issues to help them reach their educational goals.
Contact:
International Student Services Office
Larisa Lerner, Coordinator
Phone: 718-482-5145
Email: lalerner@lagcc.cuny.edu
B-Building, Room B-117; Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Wednesday 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. (closed Friday- Sunday)
On Campus
If you are on campus and feel your life is in imminent danger, call 718-482-5555 or visit your nearest Public Safety office for assistance.
Off Campus
If you are feel your life is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.
Victim of Harassment or Intimidation
On Campus
If you are the victim of religious, race, or sexual harassment, there are several resources both on and off campus that will help you file a complaint.
Christopher Carozza
Office of Compliance & Diversity
Phone: (718) 482-5088
Email: ccarozza@lagcc.cuny.edu
Refugees New York State Emergency Hotline
Governor Cuomo has established a hotline to offer assistance to refugees left in vulnerable situations at New York airports. To report loved ones who are passengers on incoming flights and believed to be missing or detained, please call 1-888-769-7243.
Travel Travel Advisory: The Executive Order, issued September 24, 2017, limits entry to the United States for certain citizens of Chad, Iran, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Syria, Venezuela and Yemen, based on visa type and other factors. Students who are nationals of these countries are strongly encouraged to speak with an immigration attorney before traveling abroad.
Brief explanation of Executive Order
Executive Order full text (White House press release)
If students, faculty or staff are detained trying to enter the United States, or are abroad and need guidance, please call the NY State hotline at 1-888-769-7243.
The following organizations are actively working to protect rights and support immigrants. Visit these websites regularly for new information and guidance:
Center for the Integration & Advancement of New Americans, Inc.
If you need to speak with a lawyer, the CIANA organization have attorneys available to assist you with legal/immigration services, and are able to assist clients in several languages.
31-09 Newtown Ave, Suite 411
Astoria, NY 11102
Phone: 718 545-4040
New York State Hotline
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today launched a toll-free hotline to report incidents of bias and discrimination across the state. The hotline will bolster the state's efforts to protect New Yorkers and allow those who are the victim of prejudice to file a complaint with the Division of Human Rights.
(888) 392-3644 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday
New York City Commission on Human Rights
The New York City Commission on Human Rights is charged with the enforcement of the Human Rights Law, Title 8 of the Administrative code of the City of New York, and with educating the public and encouraging positive community relations.
To file a discrimination complaint with the New York City Commission on Human Rights, please call 311 or (718) 722-3131
Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR)
CAIR–NY counsels, mediates and advocates on behalf of Muslims and others who have experienced religious discrimination, defamation, or hate crimes. Our lawyers work to protect and defend the constitutional rights of American Muslims, thereby supporting the rights of all Americans.f
(646) 665-7599
info@ny.cair.com
Immigration Assistance at Queens Library
Statement from LaGuardia’s President, Dr. Gail O. Mellow
Statement from CUNY Chancellor James B. Milliken
Statement from CUNY Chancellor James B. Milliken - A Message On The Executive Order Limiting Entry Into The United States
Do you still have questions about where to turn or next steps?
You can reach out to Rhonda Mouton, regardless of immigration status, to help direct you to appropriate resources both on campus and in the community.
Rhonda Mouton
Program Director, Single Stop
31-10 Thomson Avenue, Room C-107
Long Island City, NY 11101
Phone: 718-482-5129
Email: rmouton@lagcc.cuny.edu