Immigration Resources

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Immigration Resources & FAQ

The UO will continue to monitor and timely communicate any immigration updates, and their potential impact to our international, Dreamer, and undocumented students, faculty, and staff.

 The information provided on this webpage is designed to help you understand any changes to immigration.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact an International Student & Scholar Advisor or the UO Dreamers working group.

Executive Order Updates  |   For Students   |   For Employees  |  Dreamer StudentsImmigration Enforcement  |  Resources for Support  |    Event Information

The information on this webpage is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. This webpage contains information valid as of 02/07/2025, the situation is fluid and guidance may change rapidly. 

Executive Order Updates

Executive OrderProtecting the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats

The US federal administration issued an Executive Order on January 20, 2025 (“Protecting the United States…”) that may result, by late March, in restrictions on entering the US for citizens of certain countries.

This executive order calls for immediate “enhanced vetting and screening” of foreign nationals, which may result in delays in consular appointments, and visa processing around the world.  

It also directs US government officials to submit a report within 60 days that identifies “countries throughout the world for which vetting and screening information is so deficient as to warrant a partial or full suspension on the admission of nationals from those countries.”

It goes on to state that “whenever information is identified that would support the exclusion or removal of any alien” who entered the US on or after January 20, 2021, from the countries identified above, “the Secretary of Homeland Security shall take immediate steps to exclude or remove that alien.”

At this time, we do not know which countries may be identified in the next 60 days for restrictions on entry to the US. We also do not know if and how citizens of such countries who entered the US on or after January 20, 2021, may be subject to exclusion or removal. 

We will continue to monitor the potential federal actions resulting from this Executive Order and will provide timely updates on this site.

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Immigration Information for UO Students

Q: Where do I go with questions about support for international students on campus?

A: The Division of Global Engagement's International Student & Scholar Services will serve as the University of Oregon’s point of contact and resource for international students. Becky Crabtree, Director of International Student Services can be reached at 541-346-3206 or becky@uoregon.edu.

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Immigration Information for Employees

Q: Where do I go with questions about support for international employees on campus?

A: The Division of Global Engagement's International Student & Scholar Services will serve as the University of Oregon’s point of contact and resource for international faculty and staff. Lindsay Pepper, Director of International Scholar Services can be reached at 541-346-3206 or lpepper@uoregon.edu.

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UO's Support for Dreamer and Undocumented Students

Q: Where do I go with questions about support for undocumented students and community members on campus?

A: The Office of the Dean of Students' Assistant Dean of Students/Director of Multicultural & Identity-based Support Services, Justine Carpenter, will serve as the University of Oregon’s point of contact and resource for Dreamer students, including those covered under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Justine can be reached at 541-346-1123 or justcarp@uoregon.edu. Learn more about UO Dreamers.

Q: What’s the latest on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)?

A: For now, recipients can continue to renew their DACA. On January 17, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a decision finding major parts of the Biden Administration’s DACA rule unlawful. The court preserved the stay for existing DACA recipients which means the decision is on hold pending further action from the Fifth Circuit or the U.S. Supreme Court. Therefore, existing DACA recipients can continue to renew their deferred action and work authorization for the time being.   

Q: Does the UO have resources for students renewing their DACA?

A: UO students who will be renewing their DACA have access to an immigration attorney at no cost. Please contact Justine Carpenter to request a referral. Financial assistance may be available to assist with the DACA renewal fees.

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Responses to Immigration Enforcement

Q: What do I do if an immigration law enforcement official requests information about a UO student, employee, or visiting scholar?

A: The UO Office of the General Counsel is the first point of contact for law enforcement officials seeking information about a UO student, employee or visiting scholar. Contact the Office of General Counsel (OGC) at 541-346-3082 or gcounsel@uoregon.edu. Any voicemails left on the OGC main number will be immediately routed to attorneys for response. 

Q: What do I do if I am stopped or questioned by an immigration law enforcement official about my immigration status in the US?

A: Know your rights when dealing with immigration law enforcement. You have the constitutional right to remain silent and to speak to an attorney before you answer any questions by an immigration law enforcement official. If you are not a US Citizen and you have your immigration documents with you, you must show them to a federal immigration officer if demanded. 

For more information about your rights, visit Oregon Law Help and ACLU Know Your Rights. The Immigration Legal Resource Center, an independent immigration rights nonprofit organization, has available on its website legal rights red cards, which anyone can print out and give to an immigration enforcement official to succinctly assert one’s rights in written form.

Q: Can the UO refer me to an immigration lawyer?

A: If you are contacted by law enforcement, you may want to contact an immigration attorney about your specific situation and concerns. For help in finding immigration legal help, visit Oregon Law Help.

Q: What else should I be aware of and prepared for in the coming months? 

Note: This guidance does not contain immigration advice for any individual. If you have questions about your specific immigration situation, please contact:

International Students: Becky Crabtree, Director of International Student Services

International Scholars & Employees: Lindsay Pepper, Director of International Scholar Services

Dreamers & Undocumented Students: Justine Carpenter, Assistant Dean of Students; Director, Multicultural and Identity-based Support Services. 

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Resources for Support

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Event Information

Information and Support Session for International, Dreamer, and Undocumented Students, Faculty, and Staff

Event details:

Wednesday, February 5

6:30 p.m.

Eugene: Straub 156 (no RSVP required).

Portland: Library & Learning Commons Room 312. Please RSVP for the Portland session.

Livestream: Microsoft Teams (DuckID Log in Required) Meeting ID: 218 901 797 376 Passcode: bm9tL6Hf

The University of Oregon is hosting an immigration information and support session for our international students, faculty, and staff, including those who are Dreamers, DACAmented, and undocumented.

  • Essential Information: Gain up-to-date knowledge on immigration policies, and available resources for UO students.
  • Expert Perspectives: Hear from legal professionals and university representatives on the evolving rules and policies.
  • Community Building: Connect with fellow members of our diverse community and find support from peers and allies.

Panelists:

  • Victor Essien, Immigration Attorney based in New York
  • Betsy Boyd, senior associate vice president for federal affairs, UO Government and Community Relations
  • Jessica Price, special counsel for research, ethics & international affairs, UO General Counsel’s Office
  • Kristin Yarris, associate professor, Global Studies and Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies, department head, Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies, College of Arts and Sciences
  • Eric Garcia, assistant director, training director, UO Counseling Services

Representatives from the Dean of Students, Division of Global Engagement, Division of Graduate Studies, and Safety & Risk Services will be available for questions and support.

Co-sponsors:

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