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Citizenship and Immigration FAQ and Support Resources
The Center for Intercultural Engagement consists of five offices that provide direct support for 91直播鈥檚 campus community. These offices include the Multicultural Resource Commons (MRC), International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), Office of Religious and Spiritual Life (ORSL), the Office for Disability and Access (ODA), and Gender, Sexuality, and Attraction Initiatives (GSAI).
Following is a list of frequently asked questions related to immigration enforcement and student and employee support on 91直播鈥檚 campus. It is followed by a list of additional resources on the national level. If you have a question that is not addressed here, please contact the Center for Intercultural Engagement at cie@oberlin.edu.
FAQ for Students and Employees
I have a question about my status as a DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals), undocumented, or international student. Whom can I ask?
All students with questions regarding their DACA, undocumented, or international student experience are encouraged to contact the Center for Intercultural Engagement at cie@oberlin.edu.
Where can I find support resources for international students and employees?
The International Student and Scholar Services team within the Center for Intercultural Engagement is available to assist with your questions and concerns. They can be reached at isss@oberlin.edu.
What should I do if I become aware that a DACA, undocumented, or international student or employee needs monetary assistance, housing, or other support?
All 91直播 students seeking support are advised to visit our Campus Support Resources portal, which provides direct access to our Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) team within Student Health and Well-Being. Support related to student financial concerns can be accessed via ObieCares.
All 91直播 faculty and staff seeking support have access to the Employee Assistance Program and other support services through Human Resources.
How can I learn about travel to or from campus as a DACA, undocumented, or international student or employee?
The Center for Intercultural Engagement has provided a Travel Bulletin to assist international members of the campus community.
Do governmental employees or other visitors to campus have access to residence hall spaces?
Generally speaking, only members of the 91直播 community or their guests are permitted inside an 91直播 residence hall. If you see someone in a residence hall who is not a member of the campus community or a guest, please contact Campus Safety at 440-775-8444.
Legal Obligations
What should I do if I receive an inquiry from a government agency?
All inquiries regarding the citizenship or immigration status of an 91直播 student, faculty, or staff member should be directed to Campus Safety by calling 440-775-8444. This includes all inquiries from governmental agencies.
Please refer to the document Guidelines for Addressing Campus Visits by Government Law Enforcement Agencies for additional information.
What should I do if someone tries to serve me with a summons, subpoena, or other legal notice intended for the college?
All attempts to hand-deliver official documents from a governmental agency or other legal documents addressed to the college should be directed to the General Counsel鈥檚 Office. Please inform the individual that you do not have the authority to accept service of the document on behalf of the college and call Campus Safety (440-775-8444) for assistance.
If you do come into possession of official legal documents, forward them immediately to the General Counsel鈥檚 Office, as they often have tight deadlines to respond.
Additional Resources
: National Association to support the legal representation of rights for American citizens.
: Platform that integrates data, policies, and resources about DACA and undocumented students and other immigrant, international, and refugee students.
: Provides financial, legal, and mental-health support for undocumented individuals, along with resources on art, entrepreneurship, higher education, and law and policy.
: Offers up-to-date research and articles on migration policy at national and global levels.
: Offers information on legal rights, education, economic support, news, and training opportunities for immigrants.
: Offers tips for supporting students from mixed-status families in school settings.
: A guide for success in secondary and postsecondary education, including information on scholarships, financial aid eligibility, and legal guidelines.
National Civic Engagement Groups/Blogs
: Personal blog that caters to support for undocumented students.
: Empowers immigrant youth through justice initiatives, undocumented toolkits, research, and fellowships.
Financial Resources
: Provides scholarship and career opportunities for undocumented youth to attend institutions of higher education.