First-Gen+ Center

2023 UndocuMonth

 

Please join us in celebrating UndocuMonth, happening now in April!

UndocuMonth is an annual tradition at Mason created and led by UndocuMason, a Registered Student Organization. UndocuMonth is dedicated to elevate and enhance the organization’s mission: To create an inclusive environment for undocumented immigrants through education and advocacy; and to promote The University’s mission – to build Mason into a world-class model of inclusive academic excellence.

History:

The history of UndocuMonth can be traced back to the efforts of undocumented youth activists who have been advocating for the rights of undocumented immigrants in the US since the early 2000s. In 2013, a group of undocumented students and allies from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) organized the first-ever Undocumented Student Week of Action, which aimed to raise awareness about the issues faced by undocumented students on college campuses. UndocuMonth is an important reminder of the ongoing struggle for immigrant rights in the US and a celebration of the resilience and strength of undocumented immigrants and their allies.

At Mason, a student organization, Mason Dreamers (now UndocuMason), started a week-long celebration to promote awareness about the challenges impacting the Undocumented community in efforts to provide safe spaces, equitable opportunities, and positive learning experiences at The University’s campus. In collaboration with the First-Gen+ Center and other RSO’s, we are excited to host various programs that raise awareness and celebrates the undocumented and refugee community at Mason. These events includes annual signature programs such as the 12th Annual Immigration Monologues; a safe space for members of the undocumented and immigrant community to share their lived experiences and ways that they empower other peers under similar circumstances, as well as, a space for allies to learn more as advocates.

Programming:

4/3 | Brush and Boba
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Location: SUB 1 Room 3B
Sponsoring Organization(s): UndocuMason

4/3 | Fireside Chat on Asylum, Title 42, and Refugee Sponsorship
Time: 4:30 – 6:30 PM
Location: Horizon 2008
Sponsoring Organization(s): No Lost Generation
Registration Link: https://cglink.me/2d7/r2090771 

4/11 | “No Human is Illegal” T-Shirk Kiosk
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Location: JC Kiosk F
Sponsoring Organization(s): UndocuMason

4/12 | Panda Express Fundraiser
Time: 9:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Panda Express in Merten Hall (be sure to make sure to mention “fundraiser for UndocuMason” at the register)
Sponsoring Organization(s): UndocuMason

4/13 | Undocumented and Unrecognized
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: Horizon 3225
Sponsoring Organization(s): UndocuMason, Native American & Indigenous Alliance (NAIA)

4/14 | 12th Annual Immigration Monologues
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: HUB Ball Room
Sponsoring Organization(s): UndocuMason, No Lost Generation, First-Gen+ Center
*Registration Required: http://go.gmu.edu/ImmigrationMonologue

4/18 | UndocuAlly Training (in-person)
Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: JC Bistro
Sponsoring Organization(s): UndocuMason, First Gen+ Center
*Registration Required: https://firstgen.gmu.edu/trainings/

4/19 | Fireside Chat on Title 42 and Refugee Private Sponsorship
Time: 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Location: Horizon 2008
Sponsoring Organization(s): No Lost Generation
Registration: https://cglink.me/2d7/r2090771

4/25 | UndocuMason Community Dinner
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: HUB Ballroom
Sponsoring Organization(s): UndocuMason
Registration Required: https://mason360.gmu.edu/event_details?uid=99516c820b6f6a6a0db15464329f82ec

4/29 | Undocumented and Refugee Student Success Summit
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Johnson Center Bistro
Sponsoring Organization(s): First Gen+ Office, UndocuMason, No Lost Generation
Registration Deadline: Friday, April 21, 2023
*Registration Required: https://go.gmu.edu/StudentSuccessSummit

Prospective Students Outreach Series

  1. Thursday, April 6
  2. Monday, April 10
  3. Monday, April 27
  4. Wednesday, May 10

Sponsoring Organization(s): UndocuMason, the Águilas Mentoring Program, the Mariposas Mentoring Program