• DACA Students:
    What You Need to Know Now

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  • Latest from the News Media

    October 17, 2017 
    Judge Temporarily Halts New Version of Trump’s Travel Ban.

    The Department of Homeland Security has announced that it will begin monitoring social media accounts of immigrants—including Green card holders and naturalized citizens—entering the United States beginning October 18, 2017. For details and more information please check out this New York Times article.


    No New DACA Applications Effective September 5, 2017, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will no longer accept new applications for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).

    No DACA Renewal Applications Effective October 6, 2017, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will no longer accept renewal applications for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
    Validity of Work Authorization Issued Under DACA

    • For individuals with either initial or renewal applications pending as of September 5, 2017, USCIS will continue to process those applications on a case-by-case basis.
    • DACA recipients with work authorization that will expire between now and March 5, 2018, were permitted to submit renewal applications through October 5, 2017.
    • DACA recipients whose work authorization expires on or after March 6, 2018 cannot get an extension, but will keep their benefit until their card expires.
    • DACA recipients whose work authorizations expired before September 5, 2017 and who did not apply to renew on or before September 5, 2017, cannot renew their DACA.


    A Social Security number is unique to each individual and valid for life. For employment purposes, the social security must be accompanied by a work authorization. For other purposes like banking, housing, and filing taxes, you should continue to use your social security number.

    If you have not obtained a social security number, you should do so immediately. Driver’s licenses or state identification cards issued with your DACA work authorization, will remain valid until your work authorization expires.

    Travel Abroad on Advance Parole under DACA
    USCIS will no longer grant DACA recipients permission to travel abroad through Advance Parole. All pending advance parole applications will be closed and all fees will be refunded.

    For DACA recipients who have already been granted advance parole, but have not traveled, please speak to an immigration attorney about potential risks.

    Immigration Officers are not permitted to detain or remove a student from a College building without a court order.


    Immigration Officers are not permitted to detain or remove a student from a College building without a court order.


  • DACA Info Sessions Now Available on Campus
    Presentations will be made by lawyers from Legal Aid Society
    Hosted by Single Stop

    Meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in Room C-235
    Upcoming Dates: Monday, October 16 & 30, Monday, November 13


  • 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.


    DACA under the Trump Administration
    DACA bajo el gobierno de Trump


     

    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) 

    TRAVEL BAN ON HOLD

    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. 
    (646) 665-7599
    info@ny.cair.com


    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 Karen Williams, regardless of immigration status, to help direct you to appropriate resources both on campus and in the community.


    Karen A. Williams, Ed.D.
    Deputy to the Vice President, Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs
    31-10 Thomson Avenue, Room C-317
    Long Island City, NY 11101
    Phone: 718-349-4018  
    Email: kawillliams@lagcc.cuny.edu