Undocumented Immigrants and Allies

Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice Undocumented Immigrants and Allies

The UIAKC aims to engage higher education and student affairs professionals in social discourse and action that centers undocumented students and professionals. We aim to share information, knowledge, practical resources, and research about, with, and for undocumented students, students from mixed-immigration status families, and undocumented professionals in higher education.

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Message from the Co-Chairs

Welcome to the Undocumented Immigrants & Allies Knowledge Community (UIAKC)! we are excited to collaborate with you to support undocumented students and professionals. Follow us on social media (Facebook and Twitter) and connect with us at the regional and national conferences. Let's us know if you want to be involved at your region or if you want to get involved at the annual conference (NASPA Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA, March 15-19, 2025)
Sign up for our e-mail listserv on your member profile. we look forward to advocating with you!

About

The UIAKC aims to engage higher education and student affairs professionals in social discourse and action that centers undocumented students and professionals. We aim to share information, knowledge, practical resources, and research about, with, and for undocumented students, students from mixed-immigration status families, and undocumented professionals in higher education.

Vision

The UIAKC seeks to bring about societal transformation where educational access, opportunity, and success exist regardless of immigration status. 

Mission

Our mission is to equip the higher education community to support undocumented students and professionals (with and without DACA) through advocacy, education, and empowerment.

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Leadership Team

Marcelo Juica

Co-Chair, UIA KC (Region I Representative)


University of Massachussetts

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Albert Lee

Co-Chair, UIA KC

Student Success Specialist
CUNY BMCC

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Tiffany Chen

Region II Representative, UIA KC

Assistant Director and Deputy Title IX Coordinator
University of Delaware

Cinthya Salazar

Region III Representative, UIA KC

Assistant Professor
Texas A&M University

Graciela Berumen

Region IV-West Representative, UIA KC

Assistant Director of College Access & Community Engagment
Kansas State University

Stephanie Garibo

Region VI Representative, UIA KC

Academic Advisor and Coordinator
UC San Diego

Alonso R. Reyna Rivarola

Past Chair, UIAKC (2020-2022)

Director, PACE Programs
Salt Lake Community College

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Jesus Cisneros

Past Chair, UIAKC (2020-2022)

Associate Professor
University of Texas at El Paso

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Events

One of the best resources available to you is the wide range of professional development opportunities available through NASPA. This list contains hosted events, workshops, and webinars that we plan and manage, as well as some related events hosted by the NASPA Central Office or other NASPA Constituent Groups. To see a full listing of NASPA events, please see the Events page.