April 24 and 26 | Amplifying Black Undocumented Student Voices in Higher Education
Wednesday, April 24
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Baruch College
and
Friday, April 26
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Hostos College
(Room location will be shared upon registration)
Join this event for a discussion with Felecia S. Russell, author of Amplifying Black Undocumented Student Voices in Higher Education.
Dr. Felecia S. Russell is a Black DACA recipient and scholar. Currently, she is the Director of the Higher Ed Immigration Portal at the Presidentsβ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration. She previously served as the Director of Undergraduate Admission at California Lutheran University, and as adjunct professor in the College of Education. Her research agenda explores the experiences of non-Latinx undocumented students, more specifically Black undocumented students, and the intersections of race and immigration status. She is the author of the groundbreaking book, Amplifying Black Undocumented Student Voices in Higher Education which centers her own educational journey and a qualitative study exploring the experiences of 15 Black undocumented students. Dr. Russell received a BA in political science from Cal Lutheran, an MPP from Pepperdine University, and an Ed.D. in higher education from Temple University.
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May 2 | Maximizing Financial Aid for Undocumented and Immigrant Students Virtual Workshop
Thursday, May 2, 2024
3:00pm-4:00pm
ZOOM -online
Join us on Zoom for an empowering session where Rosa Gomez, CUNY UISP K-16 Social engagement fellow, will provide you with crucial financial aid resources and support to help you overcome barriers and pursue your educational goals.
May 8 | Empowering Immigrant Entrepreneurs
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
3:30pm-5:00pm
CCNY, North Academic Center (NAC) 6/204 - In-Person
Join us for an in-person workshop intended for undocumented and immigrant students who want to learn more about freelancing; independent contracting, and/or forming their own worker co-ops.
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