coe-staff: FW: Guidance and resources for encounters with immigration enforcement

[Dianna Carrizales-Engelmann]

Dear COE Community,

I am sharing some resources that are being distributed around campus today providing guidance for UO employees and students navigating uncertainty around immigration and customs enforcement in the area. The information in the note below shared by the CAS Dean, Chris Poulsen, provides useful information and resources that can be included in a toolkit for all community members.

On a related but separate note, Dennis Galvan, PhD, Dean and Vice Provost for Global Engagement, will be joining our December 5th Faculty and Staff meeting to provide additional guidance as we continue to support community members and allies as we all navigate the uncertainties of this moment.

Thank you to those of you who have shared the urgency around the real experiences community members are navigating at this time. I recognize this email and the information herein provides only a partial touchpoint for a moment that defies easy understanding. A small number of the printed copies of the red-card are available in HEDCO 130.

Best,
Dianna


The message below was shared by Dean Poulsen. It is filled with great resources. Please share it with others in your network.

LACEfully, Yvette.

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I know that last week's Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in Lane County has created concern and uncertainty for many in CAS and across the UO. I want to acknowledge how difficult and unsettling this moment may feel, and ensure you have clear guidance and resources should you encounter immigration officials.

The UO's Division of Global Engagement has published guidance on how to respond to immigration enforcement. You can access that information here<https://isss.uoregon.edu/federal-updates#enforcement>, including what to do if immigration enforcement comes to campus<https://isss.uoregon.edu/sites/default/files/2025-02/ogc-immigration-enforcement-guidance.pdf>.

I am also attaching a printable wallet card<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.ilrc.org/redcards__;!!C5qS4YX3!AcNMdx0ak_G3e2fNV9VP-a_k4Z9znn03HDf41O1G9b--fYRIx196FL8f_q0WNEN3hQmZKReGk70bk1qyT0fi$> in English and Spanish with specific language to use if agents request information about a student, staff, or faculty member, or request access to classrooms or campus spaces. This resource is also available on the Global Engagement website<https://isss.uoregon.edu/federal-updates#enforcement>.

If ICE officers contact you or your colleagues, the Office of General Counsel should be your first point of contact. They can be reached at (541) 346-3082 or at gcounsel at uoregon.edu<mailto:gcounsel at uoregon.edu> for assistance or to respond to any inquiries from immigration officials. You also can email the Division of Global Engagement at intl at uoregon.edu<mailto:intl at uoregon.edu>, and they can help connect you with resources. For issues related to Dreamer immigrant students, please reach out to Justine Carpenter at 541-346-1123 or justcarp at uoregon.edu<mailto:justcarp at uoregon.edu>.

In addition, the Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration also provides Oregon-specific resources and data related to immigration and higher education. You can access the site here<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.higheredimmigrationportal.org/state/oregon/__;!!C5qS4YX3!AcNMdx0ak_G3e2fNV9VP-a_k4Z9znn03HDf41O1G9b--fYRIx196FL8f_q0WNEN3hQmZKReGk70bk4zhhl-x$>.

ICE activity and media coverage can be emotionally distressing. If you, a student, or a colleague needs support, please review the University Health Services' Counseling Services website<https://counseling.uoregon.edu/services> to review referrals and resources.

We are-and will continue to remain-a welcoming and supportive campus for international students, Dreamers, and all members of our community.  I am grateful for the care and compassion our community members offer to one another, particularly during uncertain times like this.

With gratitude,
Chris

Chris J. Poulsen
Tykeson Dean of Arts and Sciences
Professor of Earth Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences | University of Oregon
1030 E. 13th Avenue | Eugene, OR | 97403<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.bing.com/search?q=1030*20E.*2013th*20Avenue*20*7C*20Eugene,*20OR*20*7C*2097403__;JSUlJSUlJSUlJQ!!C5qS4YX3!AcNMdx0ak_G3e2fNV9VP-a_k4Z9znn03HDf41O1G9b--fYRIx196FL8f_q0WNEN3hQmZKReGk70bk3dRVaYH$>

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