Heritage and Cultural Diversity

Undocumented Student Success Week (USSW)

 

CCC Undocumented Student Success Week

October 19 – 23, 2026

Our Stories. Our Strength. Our Future.

Join us for a week of events celebrating undocumented student success, empowerment, and community at Santa Monica College!

Register for CCC Undocumented Student Success Week Here

Dream Act Application Workshop

Monday, October 19
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Student Success Center Lab, SSC 1st Floor

Join our Dream Act Workshop for assistance with completing your 2026-27 CADAA! Dream Program staff will be available to help you complete the application and answer any questions.


Fall Into Basic Needs

Tuesday, October 20
11:15 a.m. to 12:35 p.m.
STEM Lab (DH 302)

Learn more about the Basic Needs Department and the resources available to you.


There’s a Place for You: Undocumented Students on Transfer, Support & Belonging CSULB, UC Davis & UCLA

Wednesday, October 21
1 to 3 p.m.
Virtual

You’re Not Alone! Hear from undocumented students at different campuses as they share their transfer journeys, experiences, and the communities that supported them. Get inspired, learn where to find support, and see what’s possible beyond community college!


Immigration Today: Legal Updates, Rights & Resources

Thursday, October 22
11:15 a.m. to 12:35 p.m.
Hybird/SEC MPR

Information session focused on current immigration developments, legal updates, and resources. Topics will reflect the most relevant information available at the time of the workshop, with an emphasis on staying informed and knowing where to find reliable support.


UndocuCare: Holistic Support in Practice

Friday, October 23
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Virtual

Open to all SMC employees, this interactive session uses collaborative discussion and scenario practice to share best practices for supporting undocumented and mixed-status students, while identifying the institutional resources needed to sustain this vital work.


Co-Sponsored by:
Dream Resource Center, Dream Program, IDEAS at SMC, Student Equity Center, Counseling Department, Latino Center/Adelante, and Black Collegians/Umoja Community