OASISS

• Academic Counseling
  • Our dedicated academic counselor specializes in supporting OASISS members in their educational goals. 
     
• Career Mentor
  • Our career mentor specializes in helping OASISS members launch and grow their career, regardless of their status.
     

• Legal Services

  • Free virtual immigration legal services available to all EVC students, staff, faculty and their immediate family members. Schedule your free appointment at FindYourAlly.com

   

• Free Printing
  • OASISS members have access to free printing at the OASISS office—simply email us the documents and we’ll have them ready for you to pick up!
     
• Monthly Newsletter
  • At the beginning of every month, OASISS members receive a monthly newsletter highlighting important deadlines, events, opportunities and more happening that month.  
     
• Referrals to Campus, Community & University Resources
  • Such as other on-campus programs, basic needs, health and wellness, UC and CSU Undocumented Student Resource Centers, etc.

OASISS Events

Fellowships 101: Unlocking Opportunities for Academic and Career Success 
An interactive workshop designed to provide valuable insights into how to identify, apply for, and secure fellowships. Learn about different types of fellowships, tips for crafting a standout application, and how to leverage these opportunities to advance your academic and career goals!
Date: February 26, 2025
Time: 2pm - 3pm
Register for the Fellowships 101 ZOOM meeting.

Resume & Cover Letter Essentials
Learn how to create an impactful resume and cover letter that effectively showcases your skills, experiences, and accomplishments! This session will help you build the confidence to present yourself professionally. Join us and get the tools you need to stand out in the competitive job market! Even if you’re not currently looking for a position, it’s better to be prepared!
Date: March 11, 2025
Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Register for the Resume & Cover Letter Essentials ZOOM meeting.

Mastering the Interview: Essential Techniques for Success
Prepare to shine in your next interview with this hands-on workshop focused on effective interviewing techniques. Learn how to answer common interview questions with confidence, present your strengths clearly, and make a lasting impression. We'll cover strategies for handling nerves, building rapport with interviewers, and demonstrating your skills and qualifications. Whether you're interviewing for a job, internship, or scholarship, this workshop will equip you with the tools to navigate any interview with poise and professionalism.
Date: April 10, 2025
Time: 1pm - 2pm
Register for the Mastering the Interview ZOOM meeting.

Building Your LinkedIn: A College Student's Guide to Networking and Career Growth
We’ll walk you through the essentials of creating a strong LinkedIn profile, from highlighting your academic achievements to showcasing your skills and experiences. Learn how to connect with potential mentors, join industry groups, and make your profile stand out to employers and recruiters. Whether you're seeking internships, jobs, or networking connections, this workshop will help you use LinkedIn to open doors for your future.
Date: May 7, 2025
Time: 3pm - 4pm
Register for the Building your LinkedIn ZOOM meeting.
 

Free Immigration Legal Services

• This California-funded effort connects EVC students, faculty, staff and their immediate family members with trusted, confidential and free immigration legal services to assess their unique case and plan for their future. Schedule a FREE appointment with our immigration attorneys!

Know Your Rights

• We Have Rights Videos
  
  • Check out “We Have Rights” videos, an empowerment campaign to prepare for and safely defend our rights during encounters with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE).
     
• Know Your Rights Toolkit
  
  • It’s important for everyone to know their rights if approached by an immigration (ICE) agent as well as how families can best prepare for something happening. This resource provides practical tips for things immigrant families can do now to prepare as well as information on rights everyone has in the United States, regardless of immigration status. check out ILRC’s toolkit.  
     
• Immigration Preparedness Toolkit
  
  • This free toolkit offers in-depth, yet easily accessible information that outlines the basics about a variety of topics including: your rights during ICE confrontations, the different types of immigration options available, ideas for building your consultation roadmap, and tips on covering your bases while waiting for relief. check out ILRC’s Immigration Preparedness Toolkit!
     
• Know Your Rights (Downloadable Red Cards, available in 16 languages)
  
  • All people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution. The ILRC’s Red Cards help people assert their rights and defend themselves in many situations, such as when ICE agents go to a home. Find KYR Red Cards in the OASISS office (S-2085) or download your own!
     
• Report ICE Activity in Your Area
  

  • Find local rapid response hotlines to report ICE enforcement operations & other sightings. 

     

• Responding to On-Campus Immigration Enforcement Activities
  1. Notify the President's Office immediately if you are aware of immigration enforcement activities on campus-- no employee outside of the President's Office is authorized to accept legal documents from immigration enforcement officers. 
  2. Document and provide the President's Office with all details of immigration enforcement activities as soon as possible.
  3. Escort officers to the President's Office. If you do not feel comfortable escorting officers, contact Campus Safety at (408)270-6468 to assist-- you may not give consent for an immigration officer to enter any non-public area of campus (e.g. classrooms, office areas, etc.)
  4. Stay informed by reviewing verified resources and sharing with students, colleagues and peers. 

Evergreen Valley College will not voluntarily cooperate with immigration enforcement officers and campus resources will not be used unless legally required by a judicial warrant signed by a judge. 

Protecting Student Data: Student records are safeguarded under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).