Immigrants Rising

How California schools can help undocumented middle and high schoolers receive legal aid

Posted by: Communications on January 21, 2021

“It’s just so heartbreaking knowing that they could have been eligible for this option, but the only thing that is stopping them is the age or not knowing about this earlier." — Jesús Flores Rodríguez

Life Outside the U.S. Launch Party event info

Celebrating the launch of our new Life Outside the U.S. project

Posted by: Communications on January 6, 2021

Categories: General Announcements, Resources

Watch the conversation with project leads Beleza Chan, Alejandro Espinoza, and Katharine Gin from Tuesday, January 12, 2020!

[Guest Covid19 series post] Entrepreneurship Pathways, Regardless of Immigration Status

Posted by: Communications on December 23, 2020

Categories: In the Media

"I myself was an undocumented independent contractor before I obtained my work authorization through DACA in 2013." — Iliana G. Perez

Scholarship and Fellowship Lists

Posted by: Communications on December 17, 2020

Categories: General Announcements, Resources

Now with 427 undergraduate and 306 graduate/post-graduate scholarships and fellowships that do not require proof of citizenship or legal permanent residency (495 open to undocumented individuals without DACA).

Travis Credit Union hosts ‘Finance U’ event to promote financial aid

Posted by: Communications on December 5, 2020

Categories: In the Media

“By promoting a postsecondary education after high school, we are seeking to help youth avoid common financial vulnerabilities and build economic stability for themselves and the communities in which they live,” said Barry Nelson, president and CEO of Travis Credit Union, in the press release.

Transcending the American Dream

Posted by: Communications on December 3, 2020

Categories: General Announcements, Resources

Our dreams and lives were never meant to be held back by the confines of the U.S. borders.

Virtual forums focus on educating teens on financial options for opportunities after high school

Posted by: Communications on December 2, 2020

Categories: In the Media

Travis Credit Union partners with SAYS, CSAC, Immigrants Rising, #WeBelonginCollege campaign and Personal Statement film, to host interactive virtual events designed to teach youth about financial aid opportunities.

‘Finance U’ events to give the 411 on financial aid and more

Posted by: Communications on December 1, 2020

Categories: In the Media

"Finance U" events are free, interactive, virtual events helping the youth learn about financial aid opportunities for postsecondary education and prepare for campus life and admissions.

Travis Credit Union hosting virtual financial aid seminars for college-bound youth

Posted by: Communications on November 16, 2020

Categories: In the Media

Travis Credit Union, in partnership with Immigrants Rising, SAYS, CSAC, #WeBelonginCollege campaign and the Personal Statement film, hosts Finance U events for students.

Charla Virtual: Alcanzando Metas Para Estudiantes Indocumentados

Telemundo 52 Virtual Roundtable: Meeting the Needs for Undocumented Students (In Spanish)

Posted by: Communications on November 13, 2020

Categories: In the Media

Immigrants Rising's Community Education Lead Estefanía Hermosillo discusses fellowships, high school career program, and more in a virtual roundtable with Telemundo 52's Enrique Chiabra.

“I could've possibly benefited from SIJS had I been aware of this remedy. It was a missed opportunity.”

What is the Special Immigrant Juvenile Status?

Posted by: Communications on November 12, 2020

Categories: General Announcements, Resources

“I could've possibly benefited from SIJS had I been aware of the remedy. It was a missed opportunity.” - Alejandro Garcia.

California State University, Channel Islands

CSU Channel Islands Multicultural Dream Center’s November Newsletter

Posted by: Communications on November 10, 2020

Categories: In the Media

Multicultural Dream Center at California State University, Channel Islands features Immigrants Rising's COVID-19, mental health, and scholarship resources in their November 2020 Newsletter.