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50-Minute Sessions

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

Supporting DACA Students and Employees Through Uncertainty and Legal Challenges

Wednesday, May 28, 2025
9:30 AM – 10:20 AM PST
Explore the current status and future of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), the impact on students and employees, and how organizations can support their DACA populations. Learn about legal alternatives (such as the H-1B visa) and proactive strategies to help DACA holders navigate potential changes, ensuring they can continue their education and employment.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the current legal status of DACA and the potential outcomes of ongoing court challenges, including how the possible end of DACA could affect the educational and employment opportunities for DACA students and employees.
  • Evaluate the immediate and long-term implications of the end of DACA on students and employees, focusing on issues such as enrollment, on-campus employment, scholarship eligibility, and overall well-being.
  • Explore legal alternatives for DACA holders, including transitioning to employment-based visas, family sponsorships, and humanitarian pathways like TPS, Asylum, and DED, and assess their viability in various contexts.
  • Identify best practices and proactive measures that institutions can implement to legally support their DACA population, drawing from examples of what some are already doing to provide resources, advocacy, and financial aid.