UndocU Conference

The UndocU Conference upholds CSULB vision and commitment to dismantle barriers for our diverse student population. In the 5th Annual UndocU Conference, we hope to highlight the diverse and intersectional Identities of Undocumented people, which are typically neglected and overlooked. The program will facilitate community building and networking through interactive activities and discussions. It will feature papers, presentations, and roundtables focused on research within, in support of, and conducted by members of the community. Some topics may include undocumented student experiences, building campus support systems, youth resilience & activism, inclusive research opportunities, and access to paid professional development. We hope to provide a space for undocumented students and allies of varying disciplines to share their academic research.  

This event is open to the CSULB community and the public. We invite you to register today! 

2024 Agenda

 

Time Activity Location
8:30 am - 9:30 am Registration / Check-in Outside USU Ballrooms
9:30 am - 9:40 am CSULB Welcome USU Ballrooms 
9:45 am - 10:15 am Welcome / Keynote: Dr. Paloma E. Villegas USU Ballrooms 
10:15 am - 10:30 am Break / Transition  
10:30 am - 11:25 am Session A USU Conference Rooms 
  Needs Assessment Report: CSULB Dream Center USU 303
  Butterfly Peer Mentor Program: CSULB Dream Center USU 304
  ”Putting on your UndocuLens: Advocating for Undocumented Students in Higher Education,“ USU 305
11:25 am - 11:40 am Break/ Transition Patio
11:40 am - 12:35 pm Session B USU Conference Rooms 
  Writing / Publishing Article USU 303
  Memory, Storytelling and Border-crossing USU 306
  Poster Session (Up till end of day) USU 305
12:35 pm - 1:40pm Lunch & Performers USU Ballroom 
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Pilipino American Coalition (PAC) Tinikling Bamboo Dance Performance USU Ballroom
1:40 pm - 2:35 pm Session C USU Conference Rooms 
  Regional Meeting CSU  USU 306
  Entrepreneurship Unbound: Thriving Without Work Authorization USU 303
  Grocery Assistance Program for Undocumented Students USU 304
2:35 pm - 2:50pm Break / Transition  
2:50 pm - 3:20pm Closing Speaker: Dr. Aimee Vaquera USU Ballrooms
3:20 pm - 3:30pm Closing Remarks USU Ballrooms

  1. Individual Volunteered Paper: Individual presentations are 15 minutes long and will be grouped into organized sessions of related papers.
  2. Panel Session: A panel is a group of papers (no more than 4) submitted jointly for a single session. In addition to individual paper abstracts, submission materials must include a panel title, abstract, session chair, and discussant (optional; in addition to the four paper presenters). Panel sessions are 50 minutes in length.
  3. Roundtables: Roundtables raise a significant question to be discussed by multiple panelists, and offer unique opportunities for learning and exchange. In lieu of individual abstracts, roundtable proposals should include a single abstract identifying the targeted questions that panelists will address, and the names and affiliations of panelists. Proposals for roundtables should include at least 4 panelists. Roundtables are 50 minutes in length.
  4. Workshops: Workshops will utilize a structured format in which the presenter(s) will be able to share their expertise on a specific topic. Submissions should include the title, abstract, overview, bios, and any specific technology or space requirements. Length: 50 minutes.

Proposal Link:

https://bit.ly/UndocuConfProposals 

Proposal Timeline:

  • Proposal submission deadline: February 17, 2024 (11:59 PM PT)
  • Announcement of decisions: March 1st
  • Session Confirmation Deadline: March 11th, 2024
  • Conference Date: April 12, 2024

 

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Dr. Aimée Vaquera is a Latina, daughter of immigrants, first-generation higher education professional. She is a proud product of the community college system and CSU system, earning her Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice Administration, her Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice Administration, Master’s in College Counseling and Doctorate in Educational Leadership. Aimée has been advocating for immigrants’ rights since she learned of her undocumented status in high school. Since then, she has created resources for undocumented students in support of their access to higher education, led campus-wide initiatives that serve undocumented students, mixed-status families, first-generation students and professionals, Latinas and transfer students. Her leadership and expertise has paved the way for establishing Dream Centers in support of the immigrant student population, creating ally networks, Latina leadership conferences and transfer-geared programs with established peer mentorship and dedicated teams.

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Dr. Paloma E. Villegas was born in Mexico and migrated to California as a child. She is a first-generation college student and immigrant. In addition to researching and teaching at the intersection of Migration, Citizenship, Borders, Race, and Gender, she also engages in artistic practices including painting, sculpture, and poetry.