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Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2 !!University paperwork and troubleshooting!! AB540 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3! AB130 and AB131 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4! Dealing with registration blocks - - - - - - - - - - - 4!!Finances!! Rolling in the revenue - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5! Cheap food - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5! Housing deals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6! Scholarships - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7! Ways to work: LLC’s and Sole proprietorships - - - - - 8!!Academics and career development!! Creating a balanced schedule - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9! Academic support - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10! SLAS/EOP: AB540 resources - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11! Study Strategies - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12! Transfer Student Life - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14! Internships and Research Programs - - - - - - - - - - 15!!Miscellaneous!! Activism 101 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16! AB540 friendly spaces on campus - - - - - - - - - - - 18! Emotional wellness - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20! Free health clinics in the East Bay - - - - - - - - - 21! Legal Services in the Bay Area - - - - - - - - - - - - 22! Domestic flights safety tips - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22!

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Welcome to UC Berkeley! Before you move on to the rest of this guide keep something in mind, you are not alone. This information has been gathered by students who have been in your shoes, and their allies. We hope this guide will help you to succeed and get you through the hard times that may lie ahead.! !In this this survival guide you will find information about resources for undocumented students at UC Berkeley. The goal is to smooth your transition to Cal and facilitate your success, given the extenuating circumstances faced by undocumented students. While it is understood that there are a number of economic and political obstacles that limit the enrollment of prospective students, many applicants are forced to decline enrollment to Cal simply because of a lack of resource knowledge. !!This survival guide contains updated information on topics such as ensuring your safety and the new resources available to students in the state of California and its public universities. Years after students and allies started campaigning and advocating for access to higher education, AB130 and AB131 were passed in California in 2011. This has resulted in the creation of the California DREAM scholarship and new funding from the state (see university paperwork and troubleshooting section). !!Take a deep breath and take a moment to venture through the survival guide to find the resources you or a friend may need. Remember that with great knowledge comes great responsibility (yes, we quoted Spider-Man on that), so make sure to share and circulate this guide for those that come after you. !!Si Se Puede! !!David, Gabriela and Xiomara

Introduction

this guide was brought to you by:

Multicultural Community Center !UC Berkeley!website: mcc.berkeley.edu!blog: ucberkeleymcc.tumblr.com!!!Rising Immigrant Scholars through Education !Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/42853559858/

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AB540What is AB540? Assembly Bill 540 was signed into law in October 2001 and allows eligible undocumented, legal permanent resident and U.S. citizen students to pay in-state tuition at public colleges and universities. In order to qualify, you must meet ALL of the following requirements: (1) Attend a California high school for 3 or more years, (2) Graduate from a California high school or receive the equivalent, such as a GED, (3) Submit an affidavit to the California public college or university you are attending or plan to attend.

university paperwork

This is what the form looks like.

Check “YES” on the first three boxes.

How do I apply for AB540? If you are eligible for the AB540 tuition exemption and enrolled in a higher education institution you must fill out the AB540 form (Nonresident Tuition Exemption Application and Affidavit Form) in order to waive out-of-state tuition. For UC Berkeley, the form is filed after you are accepted. The AB540 form is a “written promise.” In this statement, students declare that they meet all AB 540 requirements and have filed an application to adjust their immigration status or will do so as soon as they are eligible.

Where do I get the form?

http://registrar.berkeley.edu/DisplayMedia.aspx?ID=UCTE_for_Elig_CA_HSGrads.pdf

Been there, done that! “I started high school in California the second half of the first semester of my sophomore year. So technically, I was a couple months short of having the 3 full academic years required to be AB540 eligible. However, I remembered that I completed 5-6 months of summer school in high school. I sent an AB540 appeal explaining that I thought I deserved to be AB540 eligible because the months I took summer school for covered the 2 month gap. And guess what? My appeal was granted!”

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Send Form to: Residence Affairs UnitOffice of the Registrar120 Sproul HallBerkeley, CA 94720-5404! !

Appeals If you are denied AB540 tuition exemptionbut you think you meet the requirements, send a letter of appeal:Legal AnalystResidence MattersUC- Office of the General Counsel1111 Franklin Street, 8th floorOakland, CA 94607-5200

Sample Letter of Appeal http://krcla.org/en/Undocumented_Student_Know-How#Nonresident_Classification_and_AB540_Exemption_Notice

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AB130 AND AB131 **This information was compiled by the University of California. For more information visit www.universityofcalifornia.edu.

The recently passed California Dream Acts — AB 130 and AB 131 — extend eligibility for certain types of institutional and state aid to students, including undocumented students, who qualify for benefits under AB 540.

You could be eligible for the following types of aid:

AB130 Privately funded UC scholarships (beginning in January 2012)

AB130 Other UC scholarships and grants (beginning in January 2013)

AB131 Cal Grants (beginning in fall 2013)

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PLACESWhat you need to do If you think you might be eligible for an AB 540 nonresident tuition exemption, take these two steps:

1) Submit a California Dream Application as soon as possible.

http://www.csac.ca.gov/dream_act.asp

2) Submit a California Nonresident Tuition Exemption Request or a University of California Nonresident Tuition Exemption Application and Affidavit (AB540 form).

Once you have completed these steps, the campus will notify you of any financial aid for which you are eligible.

Regarding California Dream Application: • If you consider yourself an independent student but do not meet the criteria (see

section I: Student Dependency Information), file an independence appeal. For more information about independence appeals go to walk-in advising in 211 Sproul Hall or e-mail dream@berkeley.edu.

• If your California Dream Application gets denied, we encourage you to appeal. For more information contact EOP/Undocumented Student Program Counselors Nohemy Chavez at nzchavez@berkeley.edu or Meng So at someng@berkeley.edu.

Sproul Hall Financial Aid, Office of the Registrar among several other administrative agencies are located here.

university paperwork

DEALING WITH REGISTRATION BLOCKS Three types of blocks can be applied to a student's record: financial, administrative, and academic.

Financial: A student's registration can be blocked due to outstanding debts (e.g., unpaid registration fees, library fines, telephone bills) to the University. The total of the outstanding debt must equal $100.00 or more before the block can be placed.!Recommended steps to removing financial block:!1) Meet with a SLAS/EOP counselor to discuss the reason for the financial block and individualized options for clearing the block 2) Connect with appropriate departments (e.g, financial aid, cars, bps) to begin the first steps towards clearing the block 

Academic: A student's registration can be blocked for such academic reasons as not being able to declare a major, probation, lack of progress, or accumulation of excess units.!Recommended steps for removing academic block:!1) Meet with a SLAS/EOP counselor to discuss the reason for the academic block and planned options for clearing the block 2) Follow up with respective college advisors (e.g, L&S, CNR, CED) to clear academic block 

Administrative: A student's registration can be blocked for not complying with requests from University officials, such as not submitting requested documentation (e.g., submitting final transcripts from previously attended institutions). !1) Meet with a SLAS/EOP counselor to discuss the reason for the administrative block and planned options for clearing the block2) Follow up with respective departments (e.g, Office of the Registrar, Office of Admissions) to clear the administrative block 

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CHEAP FOOD...NOM NOM

GROCERY OUTLET BERKELEY GOOD LIFE CAMPUS CRED THE $ TREE THAI TEMPLE

Coupons that offer discounts on food from a variety of locations such as Pepe’s Pizza. http://insidethegoodlife.com/coupons/

Updates on

coupons that offer free or discounted

food at many Berkeley locations. http://

www.campuscred.com/ucberkeley

Located on 2440

Shattuck Avenue.

Buy snacks, supplies, paper and

more for $1.

More bang for your buck. Offers lots of food at a low price.

Sundays from 10am-1pm

1911 Russell St

There are a number of places that offer free or discounted food. A major tip that can save you lots of money is to always carry tupperware containers to all events so that you can have an extra meal for later. Below is a list with areas to find food

Grocery Outlet A grocery store on 2001

4th Street. Its a bit far off campus but it is a worthy trip to buy cheap snacks and

groceries.

finances

Been there, done that! “From the moment that welcome week at Cal begins to about the 3rd week of instruction, there are many organizations, clubs, fraternities/sororities, special effects that offer food at their meetings. Those are the best times to bring your tupperware containers to take some free food home! To find out about these events just walk through sproul plaza to the club tables and check out any events that offer free food.”

ROLLING IN THE REVENUESometimes in our academic journey we come across holes in our pockets where we are a few pennies short of making ends meet. Here are some ways to earn that extra money.

Advice: Use your skills

and strengths to market yourself

X-labs-are a fun and easy way to earn extra money during the week. They are computer experiments operated at the Haas School of Business. The experiments usually run from about an hour to 90 minutes and on average pay $15 for that hour. So it’s like a mini one-hour job that pays $15 per hour! how cool is that! To sign up for an X-lab, you need to register with their website. All UCB undergraduates or graduates may register. You can register here: http://xlab.sona-systems.com/student_new_user.aspx

Paid Studies- There are some courses that offer stipends for conducting research with Professors or faculty in a department. If you wish to engage in getting paid in studies involving your major department, then visit your department office and ask for any opportunities that are available. The people there are paid to answer all your questions and provide you with resources, so do not be shy and pay them a visit.

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50

100

$$ Money! Time investment

Private Tutoring- Have some background in a certain subject? Such as spanish, exam preparation, math, or english. Then you can seek this opportunity. One can tutor other college students (international students) or students in K-12. Some agencies are seeking tutors but most contacts are private parties seeking help for their child.

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Finding affordable housing and utilities can be a pain in the neck. A student’s room and board should be a place that is both welcoming and relaxing but sometimes it takes a good scavenging to find the right place.

PLACESCasa Joaquin Murrieta

2336 Piedmont Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704!!

Rochdale and Fenwick Villages

HOUSING DEALSfinances

Rochdale Co-operative (BSC)

is a very affordable apartment complex. One receives their own room in a 4 bedroom apartment or can pay extra for a single studio. Currently, the price for a 4 bedroom apartment is $1,926 which includes 8 hours of workshift (gardening, cleaning, etc). Utilities are all included. There are even work positions available within the Co-operative to help earn extra money or paying less rent. Rochdale is part of the Berkeley Student Co-operative (BSC), which has 17 houses and 3 apartment complexes. Generally, there is a long waitlist for Rochdale but if you are a SLAS/EOP student (see academic support) you can receive a deposit reduction and be given priority housing placement. Website: www.bsc.coop

BSC scholarship

BSC Scholarship Fund- awards scholarships to co-op members equal to one-third of room and board costs for one semester.Scholarship applications are available in the Fall semester, usually in October or November.  The Member Resources Newsletter will announce when applications are available.  For more information on scholarships, please contact Madeleine Loh at mloh@bsc.coop

Rochdale “Oscar Varela” scholarship

Need-based scholarship that requires that you be a Rochdale resident and two essays. It is made for AB540 students as well as students in dire economic need. The scholarship application is available to be picked up at the Rochdale office every semester.

Casa Joaquin Murrieta

Casa Joaquin is a co-op and has been a fixture of the Berkeley community for 40 years. Established by and for low-income students to promote affordable housing, academic achievement, and social awareness. Casa offers community-building activities, career exploration and preparation workshops, discussion forums, work study opportunities, and academic support to residents. Access to an on-site computer center is also available. Casa provides room and board to 40 residents in its 22-bedroom facility, and has a no alcohol/no drugs policy as well as set quiet hours. Residents actively plan and participate in Casa's daily maintenance and social activities.

Contact Casa to arrange a tour at casaucb.org

2336 Piedmont Avenue; casa@greenlining.org;

Casa Scholarships

Casa offers scholarships that range from $400 to $2000 per year. E-mail for more information.

Casa Magdalena Mora

This is a cross-cultural theme program for residents who share academic interests in Chicano/Mexicano/Latino issues and culture This program is at a dormitory so rent is much higher but there are scholarships available that can cover all or most of the cost.

Website: themeprograms.berkeley.edu/casa.html

2610 Channing Way; 510/642-3213

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Many of these scholarship applications range from 1-3 hours in time to complete depending on how much effort you apply in one sitting.  To make the task less off putting, think of each application as a job so if you put say 2 hours into one application worth $5000 then if earned you just got paid $2500 per hour!

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SCHOLARSHIP

The Leadership Award Program

Provider: Cal Alumni AssociationType: Merit Based, minimum 3.0 GPAThe Leadership Award is a one-year, merit-based scholarship that recognizes Cal students who demonstrate innovative, motivational leadership impacting their academic, work, or community environments. http://alumni.berkeley.edu/services/scholarships/leadership-award

Raza Cares Grants

Provider: RRRC Type: need baseRaza Cares grants funds Cal students up to $250.00. Applications are due at the end of every spring semester so keep an open eye for this opportunity.

New American Scholars program

Provider: Educators for Fair Consideration Type: merit and need baseE4FC's New American Scholars Program provides financial awards and support services to low-incomeimmigrant college students who live or attend school in the San Francisco Bay Area. We provide scholarships of up to $10,000 to cover tuition and other college expenses. http://www.e4fc.org/scholarsprogram/scholarsoverview.html

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Raza Caucus Scholarship

Provider: Raza CaucusCategory: need base, community service Type: Raza caucus scholarship is need-based for students struggling to pay for books and tuition. This scholarship is due the same time the Raza cares grant is due as well so keep an open eye for both of them.

Fulfilling our dreams scholarshipProvider: Salvadoran American leadership and education fund (SALEF)AB-540 friendly: Yes, but not limited to themCategory: merit and need base. SALEF’s "Fulfilling Our Dreams Scholarship" Fund offers financial assistance and support to undergraduate, graduate and professional students, often making the difference in whether a student can attend college or not.

CBC Spouses Scholarship Opportunities

Provider: Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, INCType: need base and community service.The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy, research and educational institute that aims to help improve the socioeconomic circumstances of African Americans and other underserved communities of color through scholarship opportunities. They award various scholarships in different major categories. http://www.cbcfinc.org/scholarships

Scholarship Directories!!E4FC!http://www.e4fc.org/resources/scholarshiplists.html!!East Bay Consortium!http://eastbayconsortium.org/index.php?s=92!!College Sense!http://www.nygearup.org/collegesense/students/scholar_undoc.htm!!Latino College Dollars!http://www.latinocollegedollars.org/!!Berkeley Scholarship website!http://students.berkeley.edu/

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WAYS TO WORK: LLC’S AND SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP

finances

Although employers may not knowingly hire an undocumented immigrant,laws often do not require proof of immigration status for people to create Limited Liability Companies or sole proprietorships.

Limited Liability Companies !Where Corporations fail, LLC prevails.  An LLC (Limited Liability Company) is like a mix between a partnership and a company where individual members share in the costs and benefits of the partnership.  The benefits of this business function for undocumented students is that it permits them to work legally. !Steps to Setting up a LLC in California: !(1) Research the type of business plan you want and the state regulations. !(2) Determine how the business will be managed, who the members will be

(if others are interested), and how membership will be granted. !(3) To become a LLC in California, a person or group must file Articles of

Organization with the Secretary of State along with a fee of $70. Do this by filing a form on the Secretary of State’s website. !

(4) Develop a management agreement.  In California, the Beverly-Killiea Limited Liability Company Act, Corp C 1700-17655 has rules regarding internal management. !

(5) Within 90 days of filing the articles, the LLC must file a Statement of Information with the Secretary of State. This includes names and addresses of LLC management and all members of the LLC, the general nature of the LLC’s business activities, the name and address of the LLC’s agent of service of this process and the address of the LLC’s principal business office. The statement would be filed every 2 years and when the information changes.!

(6) Obtain an Employer Identification Number (EIN) as your business tax identification number. The process of completing an EIN application on Form SS-4 can be done online, by phone, or through your attorney.

Sole Proprietorship !An independent contractor may set up work for him or herself as a sole proprietor.  A sole proprietorship is a form of business owned and managed by one person where no legal distinction between the owner and the business exists.  A trade or business name is used in this case other than the legal name of the person.!(1) Visit county clerk and ask for a name for the company. The

cost is $35 depending on the business type.(2)  Visit city hall to establish the business and receive a business

license. The cost is about $10.(3) Open a business account at a bank.(4) Other requirements may have to be fulfilled depending on the

county, such as registering with the local newspaper.!Types of Independent contractorsA few types of jobs included tutor, Promoter of products (check craigslist), child care, computer programmer, party planner, and legal assistant.

Guidelines for Independent Contractors An independent contractor is not required to fill out an I-9 (which verifies an employee’s identity and is used to prove that the individual is able to legally work in the US), or respond to inquires about immigration status. The independent contractor does require a Social Security number, however,or an individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) to begin work.  An ITIN is a tax processing number handed out by the IRS to people who are ineligible to be assigned a Social Security. Tax ID numbers are given out regardless of immigration status since both resident and nonresident individuals may file and report taxes.  The ITIN is used to pay for income and employment taxes, however if an employer discovers that an independent contractor is undocumented, he or she may choose not to hire the worker. !For more information visit:!http://e4fc.org/images/limited-liability-co-worker-coop.pdf!!http://e4fc.org/images/E4FC_LifeAfterCollegeGuide.pdf

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always keep the long term goal in mind

CREATING A BALANCED SCHEDULE

Given the rigor of CAL, it is vital that you establish a well balanced academic schedule to ensure academic success, and, most importantly, your well-being. When choosing classes, you can resort to any of the counselors at SLAS/EOP, like Meng So, to guide you through this. Here is a  sample of a balanced schedule:!Name: Bear, Oski SID: AB540CAL Schedule of Classes Political Science 112: Political Theory 4 units Political Science 166: Latinos in the US Political System 4 units Education 190: Current Issues in Education 4 units Ethnic Studies 197: Immigration & the Immigrant Student in Higher Education (DeCal) 1 unit Total Units: 13 !In the above schedule of classes, the student is taking a theory course and an upper-division in his or her major, which would comprise the ‘core’ classes. These classes would likely involve a heavy load of reading or writing. This means that in order to avoid overwhelming yourself with the workload, you will need to add another course that is of interest of you, but likely will require less dense, textbook readings. In this case, Education 190, is a course that, although variable, involves some community interaction and off-campus activities to further comprehend issues in education, which can be a good fit for this student. However, to be a full-time student in most colleges on campus, such as College of Letters & Science, you would need to add one more unit. This student chose to take a DeCal, a student-facilitated seminar, to reach the 13 units required. DeCals are excellent options as they vary immensely, and you are very likely to find one to meet your interests. However, you can also consider being an intern for the RAZA Recruitment & Retention Center and Chicano/Latino Development Center (CLSD) to get additional units. !While the above example applies to one semester, it is important to maintain a balanced schedule during all of your semesters at CAL. In order to ensure the most optimal environment for academic success, you must not overwhelm yourself with a heavy course load. To help with this, the counselors at SLAS/EOP recommend you visit them at the beginning of your academic career at UC Berkeley. Refer to our section on Academic Support for more details.

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ACADEMIC SUPPORT

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Academic support is crucial in ensuring your success at Cal.  You made it to Cal, but you need to constantly stay on the right path. You need to be ready for your next step. For this, consider visiting one of the counselors at SLAS/EOP at the beginning of your first semester at Cal.

SLAS/EOP !While they are experienced, and they know very well their craft, you should be prepared to answer questions that would typically be covered in your first session with an Academic counselor. Here are some things that would be covered in a counseling session for anincoming freshmen/transfer students:!Academic Goals: What is your intended major?  What are some areas youare passionate about studying? How is your academic confidence?!Family Support and Personal Transition: What role do you play in yourfamily?  Are you the first in your family to go to college?  How are youmanaging the personal transition to Cal? How might this impact your academic success?!Finances: Does the student have money to cover tuition, explore differentfunding options? Any questions about this semesters’ financial aid?  CARSbalance?  Does the student need to send money home to support family?!Other topics: College requirements/breadth requirements, majorrequirements, AP units/JC Units, Residency (AB540 Affidavit), Telebears,Personal Development, Stress level/management, Time management, DARs,Bearfacts, etc.!An academic counselor can help you sit down and figure a tailored made academic approachfor you, but again, we suggest that you come prepared to answer these questions, and, likewise, have questions ready for the counselor.!Website: slas.berkeley.edu

Student Learning Center !Another resource you have available on campus is the Student Learning Center (SLC). They offer a variety of services, such as tutoring, study groups, workshops, and courses that would be of great use to you in ensuring your academic success. The SLC supports students in subjects like Mathematics, Social Sciences, Study Strategies and Writing, which is inclusive of most all majors on campus, with the exception of Engineering/Architecture. !

The writing program offers drop-in tutoring, by-appointment tutoring, individual tutoring, and writing workshops, among other useful resources. Make sure to get in contact visit: http://slc.berkeley.edu/writing!The SLC Mathematics and Statistics Program offers academic support in several ways, such as workshops, tutoring, and exam reviews. For a more information, make sure to visit:http://slc.berkeley.edu/math-and-statistics!

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SLAS/EOP: AB540 RESOURCES

Hello everyone!!My name is Meng So and I am an academic counselor with the Student Life Advising Services/ Educational Opportunity Program (SLAS/EOP) and the Undocumented Student Program Coordinator at UC Berkeley. I am excited to partner with campus members and student community programs to initiate and enact a comprehensive agenda that responds to and support the needs of first generation, low-income, and undocumented AB540 students. !As an academic counselor, my role is to provide students with information, insight, and support so you may make sound and informed decisions about your academic and personal life while at UC Berkeley. I am available to meet with students to discuss academic plans, financial aid, post-graduate opportunities, and anything else. Our vision is to assist and empower undocumented students to achieve their academic and personal goals.

academics and !career development

Fun Facts * I speak Khmer, English and

positivity."!* Learning is one of my favorite

aspects of life, there is something new to learn every day, and i’m sure I will learn tons from students throughout the year."!

* Laughing is my second favorite aspect of life, and we will definitely be sharing a lot of laughs as a community

Services now available to AB540 students at SLAS/EOP !Achievement Awards Each year SLAS/EOP honors a select number of eligible students with the Student Life Achievement Awards. These awards recognize students who have achieved academic excellence and have contributed exemplary community service on campus and/or in the surrounding community. All recipients receive an honorarium of $200 and a certificate of achievement. The Harry L. Morrison Distinguished Student Life Achievement Award of $500 is presented to the most outstanding student!RSF Fee Scholarship SLAS Sponsored AB540 students are eligible for RSF Fee Scholarship !CalSo Fee Waiver AB540 students who are unable to attend CalSo due to cost are able to obtain a fee waiver.

SLAS/EOP Co-Op Verification SLAS Sponsored AB540 students receive a deposit reduction and are given priority housing placement in the Berkeley Student Cooperative.

Readmission/Enrollment Fee Waiver SLAS Sponsored AB540 student are eligible for the $60.00 processing fee waiver of the readmission application!Discretionary Grant SLAS-sponsored AB540 students may qualify for a SLAS Discretionary Grant. Grants may be awarded based on verifiable unmet need determined by the Financial Aid Office !Reduced Test Prep Course SLAS sponsored AB540 students may qualify for a Kaplan, Princeton Review, Blueprint Prep Courses fee reduction (up to 50%).!Feel free to contact Meng So for more information on services available to you (510) 642-7224, someng@berkeley.edu .

The SLAS/EOP office is located in 119 Cesar

Chavez Building

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STUDY STRATEGIES

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Study, Study, Study. That is what students do 24/7, right? Because we’re students. True, but as you adjust to the rigor of CAL, you made need to discover what the best studying method is for you. Study strategies are vital in academic success, and something to seriously include in our daily lives.  In this section, we will provide some strategies that, generally, work for everyone, but you should adjust these to your own personal needs.

Throughout the semester you should establish:!Blocks of Study Time and Breaks - Develop and plan for blocks of study time in a typical week -These blocks are, ideally, around 60 minutes, but you should adjust to fit your    needs -Note: Difficult material may require more frequent breaks.!Dedicated Study Spaces -Find a place free of distractions (no cell phone/text messaging), perhaps a library or coffee shop (if you can work under noise)!Weekly Reviews -Establish a good time to do weekly reviews of course material, i.e Sunday night, if that happens to work with your schedule. -Note: You may need to adjust weekly reviews as exams approach!Priorities -Get in the habit of beginning with your most difficult task and move on from there. -Postpone unnecessary, yet appealing activities until your work is done! These ‘opportunities,’ perhaps a party, may result in poor performance on a test/paper. !Time Management -Think of times when you can study: while waiting in line, it might be helpful to pull out flashcards. -Get off Facebook! Sure, it may be nice to know where Oski Bear checked-in, and who went from ‘in a relationship’ to ‘single,’ but that only creates unnecessary distractions.!We can all agree that test-taking is perhaps the most anxiety-inducing process for students. While not all the strategies here may work for all of you, it is important to take note of them and consider them while discovering your own test-taking techniques.

A FEW LIBRARIES

East Asian Studies Library

Moffit Undergraduate Library

Music Library

Test-Taking Strategies: !Begin Reviewing Early: Doing this will allow you sufficient time to ask for clarification in lecture, or professors’ office hours. !Short, Daily Reviews!Read Text Assignments before  Lectures!Review Notes after Lectures!Review Lecture Notes with classmates!Conduct a major review early: Doing a holistic review of course material well before the exam will provide you with adequate time to visit the professor during his or her office hours to ask for clarification on confusing points.!Break-up Study Tasks into manageable chunks

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MORE SPACES WHERE YOU CAN STUDY

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Reducing Test Anxiety: !Approach exam with confidence: As cliched as it may sound, nothing is more encouraging and uplifting than self-confidence when taking an exam. Trust your intellect, and do your best!!Be prepared; organize materials for test: Make sure to have any materials required beforehand. Whether it be blue books, Scantrons, or even, simply, a writing utensil, you will feel less anxiety having all these items at hand prior to the exam.!Be on time!: Nothing is more stressful than running into a lecture hall the day of an exam. To avoid this, be on time! Come to class a few minutes earlier than usual to find a good spot to sit, gather your materials, but above all, to allow yourself every minute given to take an exam. Every minute counts!!Don’t cram: You might be under the erroneous impression that cramming as much information into your brain minutes before the exam will help you remember important concepts or key terms, but it is more likely that your brain will blank out during the exam. For this, we highly discourage from cramming. !Exercise!: This may very well not be an option for everyone given the busy college life, but exercise reduces stress levels, which can allow you to better focus on your exams. Consider a short yoga session, or even a brief morning jog to relax you prior to an exam.!Get a good night sleep: Your brain needs sleep. Remember cramming will not make you remember more material. Rather, get a decent night sleep, ideally 7-8 hours, to wake up fresh and ready to ace that exam!!No empty stomachs: Eat something light; a yogurt, fruit, or granola bar, but don’t ever go to an exam on an empty stomach, as it can distract you. !Don’t drink coffee!: Sure caffeine wakes you up, and keeps you alert, but during an exam coffee can get you extremely jittery and increase your level of anxiety. Instead, try a caffeinated tea, such as Earl Grey or Black Tea, which will keep you alert but will not give you any jitters.

Reading strategies !Understanding your readings will be crucial in ensuring academic success while at Cal. Readings enhance your understanding of the material being presented by your professors. The following is an outline template, which will help break down complex tests.!TitleAuthor:Subject:Main Points (Thesis[es])What type of writing is it? (Genre)How is(are) the thesis(es) tested? What methods are used to do so?What is the historical context/place in literature? How persuasive is the author? Do you agree/disagree with him or her?!

Outlining your readings prior to lecture (and discussion sections) is an excellent way of assessing your understanding of the material. In doing so, you will likely develop questions/comments that can then be directed to your professors or graduate student instructors for clarification. Another effective method for breaking down potential readings is the “SQ3R” method. It is quite helpful in diluting dense readings you may come across throughout your undergraduate career. This strategy works as follows:!Survey: Before you begin reading, survey the title, headings, and subtitles. Make sure to pay close attention to captions and graphics, and, most importantly, survey the summary/conclusion prior to beginning your reading.!Question: This step, perhaps, is the most important in critically analyzing the text you !Read, Recite and Review

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transfer student lifeAs a transfer student, you have less time to familiarize yourself with the campus and its resources. Typically, you have, more or less, a year to get acquainted with potential recommenders for graduate/professional school, internships, and other personal development opportunities. While this task can be difficult, and, oftentimes, overwhelming, it is not impossible to make the best of your two years at Cal as a transfer student. You are not the only transfer student on this campus! Each fall there is a little less than 4,000 transfer students being admitted to Cal. With that said, we would like to emphasize that there are resources available to you, and you should not be shy to make use of them. Upon your admission to Cal, get in contact with the Transfer Center to make this task less daunting on yourself.!To further assist with your transition process, as a transfer student, you may find it helpful to take a course focused on doing just that, Education 198: Transitioning to Cal: An introduction to a Research University for Transfer Students. This is a 1 unit pass/not pass course available to first semester transfers.  This course is designed to help facilitate your transition to Cal by introducing

you to many aspects of the research university, helping

you negotiate the transition to a new campus culture, and identifying academic skills and strategies that are key to success in upper division coursework.

Work with other new transfers as you successfully

negotiate your first semester at Cal. This 1 unit course can also be used to reach the 13 unit minimum for  majors in the College of Letters & Science. !The Transfer, Re-Entry & Student Parent Center (TRSP) also has weekly workshops intended to further assist transfer students in the transition process, such as Enhancing Test Performance-Tips on Test Anxiety and Finals Preparation for Humanities and Social Science Majors.  These are just a couple examples of ‘enrichment’ workshops the center facilitates weekly. Make sure to visit their website for a more updated list of the workshops they will provide: http://trsp.berkeley.edu/transfer.shtml

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Advice: Make connections

! Contacts:

Lorena Valdez Program Director, Transfer Student Services

Transfer Re-Entry Student Parent Center (TRSP) lvaldez@berkeley.edu

(510) 643 6285

The Transfer, Re-entry and Student Parent Center (TRSP) at the University of California, Berkeley is unit within the Division of Equity & Inclusion. Their mission is to provide support services for transfer students, re-entry students, student parents, veterans, and former foster youth.

http://trsp.berkeley.edu/

TRSP Transfer Student Guide: http://trsp.berkeley.edu/Transfer%20Guide%20F11.pdf

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INTERNSHIPS AND RESEARCH PROGRAMS

Fiat Lux: Let there be light

PROGRAMS DEAD-LINES

Academic Opportunity Fund- all majors

Center for British Studies Undergraduate Travel Grants for Conferences and Research

Student Opportunity Fund

QB3 Undergraduate Biotech Internships 02/14

Human Rights Center Student Fellowships 02/20

Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)- Bio Summer Apprenticeship

03/10

UCDC (Internship in DC associated with Research)

02/26

Judith Stronach Baccalaureate Prize- for after graduation

01/24

Center for Race and Gender (Independent projects, 2 deadlines per year)

03/10

Leslie Lipson Scholarship and Prize (sophomores)

03/15

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships 02/27

Sponsored Projects for Undergraduate Research (SPUR-CNR)- faculty and student initiated

08/27

Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program 09/03

Physics Undergraduate Scholars Program n/a

Percy Undergraduate Grant for Public Affairs Research (available fall and spring)

10/17

Joseph Myers Center for Research on Native American Issues Undergraduate Mini-grant

02/18

Center for Comparative Study of Right-Wing Movements Undergraduate Mini-Grant

10/31

Berkeley Big Ideas Competition 11/05

Sultan Undergraduate Scholarship Fund for Arab Studies

02/03

Research paid and unpaid programs and internships at UC Berkeley that do not require proof of citizenship. Check websites for any deadline changes."

PROGRAMS DEAD-LINES

Marco Firebaugh Community Engaged Scholars-with stipend

02/01

Haas Scholars Program- for all majors

02/24

Multicultural Community center Internship

varies

Been there, done that! !"The Haas Scholars Program has opened so many doors and has made my senior year at Cal worthwhile. I've been able to develop my research and presentation skills, I've made many new friends, and the program has helped me become a more competitive applicant for graduate school. Being in the Haas Scholars program has truly been a life-changing experience for me."-undocumented senior at Cal 

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Been there, done that! !"I love that I was able to work with a health organization that dealt with immigrants' rights and access to health care. I not only did what I enjoyed but I got paid for it too!”- Bay Area Dream Summer Intern

academics and !career development, !miscellaneousSUMMER PROGRAMS TO APPLY FOR

PROGRAM WEBPAGE

DREAM Summer and Queer Dream Summer

http://www.dreamresourcecenter.org/dream-summer.html

Young People For http://www.youngpeoplefor.org/programs/fellowship

School of Unity and Liberation (SOUL)

http://www.schoolofunityandliberation.org/soul_sec/programs/pr-summer.html

Latinas Learning to lead Program

http://www.nhli.org/latinas_lead/lll_program.html

ACTIVISM 101The political climate at UCB is not always as liberal or progressive as people say.  A lot of the times, students and organizations on campus foster a hostile learning environment filled with xenophobia, discrimination, and privileged exclusiveness.  Oppression needs to be met with coalitional resistance from the marginalized.  There are many organizations on campus that include immigrant rights as part of their areas of political activism. Finding political organizations on campus that uphold immigrant rights and AB540 awareness can be daunting but figuring out which organization better suits a person can be as easy as visiting a few club meetings.  Some organizations to look for are:

RISE- Rising Immigrant Scholars through Education !Rising Immigrant Scholars through Education is a group of students promoting awareness for current college and high school students on educational issues that affect the immigrant community. RISE serves as a support group for students by being a resource on campus to ensure that AB540 students at UC Berkeley have academic and financial support to complete their academic endeavors. Contact them at risecochairs@gmail.com

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Raza Recruitment and Retention Center !The RRRC's goal is to increase the enrollment of Chicano/Latino high school students in institutions of higher education by sending UCB students on recruitment trips to local area high schools. The center also helps improve the retention rate of Chicano/Latinos through various programs. URL: www.ocf.berkeley.edu/~rrrc Email: calrazacoords@lists.berkeley.edu!!Bridges Multicultural Resource Center !bridges is a coalition of five student-initiated and student-run Recruitment and Retention Centers (RRCs) and affiliate organizations at the University of California, Berkeley. The bridges coalition is comprised of the Black Recruitment and Retention Center (BRRC), the Native American Recruitment and Retention Center (NARRC), Pilipino Academic Student Services (PASS), the Raza Recruitment and Retention Center (RRRC), and the Asian/Pacific Islander Recruitment and Retention Center (REACH!), and its affiliates, the Arab Recruitment and Retention Center (ARRC), and the Mixed Student Union (MSU).

Multicultural Community Center !A student-won, student-led space since 2007, the Multicultural Community Center strives to integrate student-driven and community-oriented management, decision-making and visioning in everything that they do. In conjunction with Multicultural Student Development (MSD) the MCC facilitates students' greater involvement in multicultural-related education, collaborations and cross/inter-cultural community building. The MCC website is mcc.berkeley.edu. Contact Elisa Huerta at elisahuerta@berkeley.edu !Chican@/Latin@ Student Development Office !The mission of the Chican@/Latin@ Student Development Office is to empower Chican@/Latin@ students to achieve academic excellence and engage in community involvement. The CLSD office is located on the 2nd floor of the César Chávez building in Room 245. Contact Lupe Gallegos at  (510) 642-1802 or lupeg@berkeley.edu!Asian Pacific Islander Student Development !Serves the changing needs of Asian Pacific American students on campus. The APASD office provides programs and supports activities that further the educational goals of APA students and enhances the opportunities for academic success. APASD is also located in the 2nd floor of Cesar Chavez in room 249.!!!

Multicultural Immigrant Student Program !The Multicultural Immigrant Student Program (MISP) was established in 1982 to serve the changing needs of immigrant students on the UC Berkeley campus. MISP offers programs, classes, and activities that help immigrant students adjust to campus life as well as enhance their opportunities to achieve academic success and social well-being. Our main goals are to recruit immigrant students and to assist in their retention at the university, simultaneously providing them resources that will help them obtain a successful graduation regardless of their distinct background and despite of their individual challenges.URL:http://ucbmisp.tumblr.com/!Aspire- Asian Students Promoting Immigrant Rights through Education !has regular bi-weekly meetings that provide a safe space for AB 540 Asian Pacific Islander youth to talk about their issues and train youth to become advocates for immigrant rights.  It has provided numerous Know your Rights presentations on AB 540, the CA DREAM Act, and the Federal DREAM Act for local colleges, high schools, and community-based organizations. It has actively lobbied and presented their testimonies to urge elected officials to support policies that broaden the rights and maximize the opportunities of undocumented youth at the city, state, and national level. Contact: aspire@asianlawcaucus.org

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To find more student organizations go to http://students.berkeley.edu/osl/studentgroups/public/index.asp

XINATLI !In Nahuatl, Xinaxtli represents “the seed that grows". Their purpose is to serve as a circle of growth and support for the empowerment of the Xican@/Latin@ community. Their goal is to provide a space for Raza to become politically active and engaged in the Raza community in a way that goes beyond “community service". Contact xinatli.de.ucb@gmail.com!Mexcha !Movimiento Estudiantil Chican@ de Aztlán; "Chican@ Student Movement of Aztlán", is an organization that seeks to promote Chicano unity and empowerment through political action. The acronym of the organization's name is the Spanish word mecha, which means "fuse". The motto of MEChA is 'La Union Hace La Fuerza' (Unity makes strength).!Young Queers United for Empowerment !YQUE is a student group for those who identify as queer and latino/a (however, we welcome allies of other ethnic backgrounds and sexualities). The group primarily focuses on providing a safe space for dialogue, creating a social environment for networking and community building, and on being active on campus and the community at large.!

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AB540 FRIENDLY SPACES ON CAMPUS

A semester at Cal can become very rigorous and stressful.  To help combat the level of strain one has to incorporate healthy moments of relaxation into their schedule. Plan to create RSF exercise buddies, party buddies, and study buddies. Also, sometimes one just needs a space on campus where one can group up with similarly situated people in terms of culture or background. Here are some areas of recreation and AB540 friendly spaces to be aware of:

Undocumented Student Program !USP provides guidance and support to undocumented undergraduates at Cal. The academic counseling, legal support, financial aid resources, and extensive campus referral network provided by USP helps students develop the unique gifts and talents they each bring to the university while empowering a sense of belonging. The program’s mission is to support the advancement of undocumented students within higher education and promote pathways for engaged scholarship. http://undocu.berkeley.edu/!Multicultural Community Center !Rooted in the 1999 Ethnic Studies Strike and Agreement, the Multicultural Community Center has had a dynamic history of struggle, student-visioning and vibrant programming in the decade since. Today, the MCC exists as a multipurpose community center where you will find people studying, meeting, engaging in critical dialogue and taking part in various student and community programming.http://mcc.berkeley.edu/  !

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Chican@ Latin@ Student Development Office The CLSD office is a space conceptualized and created by Latino students, staff/faculty, and community members. Their mission is to advocate for the retention and graduation of Latino students, engage and empower students to become leaders, and create community among latin@ spaces on campus. http://clsd.berkeley.edu/!Center for Latino Policy Research (CLPR) !The Center’s goal is to leverage the complexity of the Latino experience in the United States in order to shed light on the myriad factors that affect the distribution of material, social, and political opportunities within U.S. society.  They accomplish their mission through the conduct of community-engaged research projects that work to inform local, state, and national policies that affect Latinos. CLPR hosts several events yearly. Be on the lookout for them. Find them at clpr.berkeley.edu !The Center for Race and Gender (CRG) !This is an interdisciplinary research center at the University of California Berkeley that fosters explorations of race and gender, and their intersections.  CRG cultivates critical and engaged research and exchange among faculty and students throughout the university, between the university and nearby communities of color, and among scholars in the Bay Area, in the US, and around the globe. Check out their website and events at crg.berkeley.edu!Raza Recruitment and Retention Center !The RRRC's goal is to increase the enrollment of Chicano/Latino high school students in institutions of higher education by sending UCB students on recruitment trips to local area high schools. The center also helps improve the retention rate of Chicano/Latinos through various programs. URL: www.ocf.berkeley.edu/~rrrc Email: calrazacoords@lists.berkeley.edu!

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Once the semester begins, the task of maintaining emotional well-being becomes a challenge with pressures such as exams, social networking, and extra curricular activities. These pressures take a toll on our health. !Psychological and emotional well-being is often ignored until it becomes unavoidable to address these issues. Symptoms that act as warning signs are insomnia, feelings of loneliness or isolation, or a constant sense of failure.!For some, simply talking about your thoughts and emotions with a professional may bring a sense of relief. For others however, the healing process may require more patience. There are a number of resources available on campus to address your emotional and psychological needs. There are people there for you!!Tang Center - located at 2222 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94720. The contact number is (510) 642-2000. This health facility offers psychological counseling and other related social services. Don’t be shy! They are there for you. !One particular person who caters to the needs of AB540 undocumented students is Laura Guillen. She is one among dozens of other workers at the Tang Center who can help you. Guillen offers free counseling sessions to AB540 students so affordability is not an obstacle. !!!

!Lupe Gallegos:

Org: Chicana Latino Student Development Office: 245 Cesar Chavez. Tel: 510.642.1802. email: lupeg@berkeley.edu

The woman to know at Cal, not only will she give you information and resources on anything you need, including AB-540, but she can also help you get internships and jobs!

REAL LIFE SURVIVAL

GUIDES:

Advice: Don’t be afraid to ask

for help

EMOTIONAL WELLNESS

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Lupe Gallegos - CLSD

FREE HEALTH CLINICS IN THE EAST BAY By street Level Health Project

Order of Malta Clinic Address: 2121 Harrison Street (at 21st Street), Oakland, CA 94612Telephone: 510-587-3000Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30am – 12pm and 1pm – 4pm, Fridays, 8:30am – 12pmTransportation: AC Transit buses #NL, 11 and 805, but MANY other buses stop at 20th/Broadway area, BART Station 19th Street Oakland Languages: English, Spanish and Tagalog (sometimes Mandarin and Cantonese)Services: Primary care, TB testing and treatment, and Chest X-Ray referrals, X-Rays (referred out, but paid for by clinic), Lab testing (referred out, but paid for by clinic), Medications (mostly prescriptions only, must buy meds at a pharmacy), Specialty care: referred to Highland Hospital unless current volunteer practitioners have specialty care trainingRequirements; Uninsured or underinsured clients; clients with insurance will be referred elsewhere, Do NOT need photo ID, proof of address or proof of income, Call ahead for an appointment, no drop-ins

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Healthcare for the Homeless Mobile Van Telephone:510-532-1930 (Healthcare for the Homeless)Languages: English and SpanishServices: Basic screening and healthcare (including hypertension and diabetes screening), HIV testing and counseling, Wound and infection treatment, Referrals for specialty care support services, Case Management Requirements: Open to anyone, homeless and marginally housed patients are prioritized, Do NOT need photo ID, proof of address or proof ofincome, Drop-in only, first come first served; no appointments available!Van services at St. Vincent de Paul Address: St. Vincent de Paul, 2272 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612Hours: 2nd Mondays, 9:30am – 12:00pm and 1:30pm – 4:00pm last Monday of the month, 10:00am – 12:00pm (call ahead to check)Transportation: AC Transit buses #15, 18, 72, 72R, 72M, 800, NL BART Station 19th Street Oakland is 6 blocks away !Van services at CRECE Address: East 12th Street and 29th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601Hours:last Monday of the month, 9:30am – 12:00pm and 1:30pm –3:30pmTransportation: AC Transit buses #1, 1R, 50, 62, 801. Other bus lines at Fruitvale BART Station, BART Station Fruitvale is 5 blocks away !Street Level Health Project Address: 2501 International Blvd (at 25th Ave), Oakland, CA 94601Telephone: 510-533-9906Hours: Mondays, 10:30am – 1:30pm (sing up list starts at 10am), Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 4:00pm (sign up list starts at 12:30pm)Transportation: AC Transit buses #1, 1R and 62, BART Station Fruitvale is 10 blocks away Languages: English, Spanish and Mongolian. Call ahead for interpretation for Mam, Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Nepali, or Burmese.Services: Basic screening and healthcare (including screening for hypertension and diabetes), Medications (basic short-term meds dispensed for free, some meds by prescription), Referrals for specialty care and primary care, Case Management and Healthcare Navigation support services Requirements: Open to anyone, priority for uninsured/underinsured and low-income. No children’s services, Do NOT need photo ID, proof of address or proof of income, Drop-in only, first come first served; no appointments available!Rotacare Bay Area – San Leandro Clinic* Address: 3081 Teagarden Street (between Alvarado St. and the 880 freeway), San Leandro, CA 94577Telephone: 510-347-4620Hours: Mondays 4:30pm –7:00pm, adult services, Mondays 4:30pm –7:00pm, children’s services, Wednesdays 5:00pm – 7:00pm, dental clinicThursdays, 3:00pm – 6:00pm, physical therapy by appointment onlyTransportation: AC Transit bus #55. Leaves from San Leandro BART station. BART Station San Leandro is 1½ miles away Languages: English and Spanish. For all other languages call ahead to check about interpreters.Services: Primary care, Pre-school exams and immunizations, Free prescriptions when available, Free acute dental needs for adults, Referral services when needed, Physical therapy, Social Work, Well-child exams Requirements: Open to anyone. Do NOT need photo ID, proof of address or proof of income.*Rotacare Bay Area also offers free clinics in San Rafael, Daly City, Half Moon Bay, Mountain View, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Gilroy/Morgan Hill and Monterey!Berkeley Free Clinic Address: 2339 Durant Avenue (between Ellsworth St. and Dana St.), Berkeley, CA 94794Telephone: 510-548-4811 or 1-800-6-CLINIC (800-625-4642), 510-644-0425 (STD/HIV testing through Gay Men’s Health Collective), 510-548-2745 (Dental services only)Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays - general medicine or TB testing, Call at 5:30pm if homeless or at 5:45pm if not homeless for same evening appointments starting at 7pm, Tuesdays – TB testing only. Same times as above, Saturdays – HIV testing for women. Drop-ins between 12pm and 2pm, Hepatitis testing (A, B and C) 3-5pm. Call between 1pm-2:30pm for same day appt., Sundays – STD and HIV testing for men. Arrive between 4pm and 5pm for drop-in services, Phone hours: Monday – Friday 3-9pm, Saturday 8am-5pm, Sunday 4-7pmTransportation: AC Transit buses #1/1R, 7, 51, 52L. Other nearby buses at Downtown Berkeley BART, BART Station Downtown Berkeley Languages: English. For all other languages call ahead to check about interpreters.Services: General medicine: basic acute and short-term primary care including cold/flu, skin issues (but not on face), STDs for men and non symptomatic STD screening for women, TB testing, pregnancy testing, ear infections, burns, minor wounds. Dental clinic: general exams, cleanings, simple fillings and extractions. Call ahead or check website (http://www.geocities.com/bfcdental/) to get upcoming clinic dates. Arrive 30 minutes before clinic time to put your name in the lottery. Patients whose names are randomly selected will be seen for dental services the same night. Anonymous HIV testing and Hepatitis A, B and C testing Requirements: No requirements, but some services are prioritized for homeless patients.

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Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) 1663 Mission Street, Suite 602San Francisco, CA 94103Phone: (415) 255-9499Fax: (415) 255-9792Services Include: Community Advocacy, Leadership Training, Know your Rights Presentations, Naturalization and Citizenship, Political Asylum, Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA), Family Unity Policy, Immigration Relief for abused immigrant women and childrenHandbook for Young Immigrants is available:www.ilrc.org/files/youth_handbook_english_0.pdfMake sure to check this handbook out as it provides a wealth of information vital to all undocumented youth.

LEGAL SERVICES IN THE BAY AREA

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East Bay Sanctuary Covenant 2362 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704phone: (510)540-5296urgent hotline: (800)548-0956“EBSC offers sanctuary, solidarity, support, community organizing, assistance, advocacy and legal services to those escaping war, terror, political persecution, intolerance, exploitation and other violence.Services offered: asylum, U-Visa, Permanent Residency, Naturalization, TPS

Centro Legal de La Raza 3022 International Blvd. Suite 410, Oakland, CA 94601Phone: (510) 437-1554Fax: (510) 437-9164email: info@centrolegal.orgAll services and programs are FREE or Low-Cost.“Centro Legal’s core legal services provide counsel and advice, referral, brief services, and representation to over 9,000 individuals and families each year.”Clinics offered:Tenants’ Rights Project, Workers’ Rights Project, Keeping Immigrant Families Together, Consumer Protection Clinic, Personal Injury Clinic, Workers’ Compensation Clinic, Lawyer Referral!

National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights 310 8th Street, Suite 303, Oakland, CA 94607Phone: (510) 465-1984Fax: (510) 465-1885email: nnirinfo@nnir.org“NNIR works to promote a just immigration and refugee policy in the United States; and to defend and expand the rights of all immigrants and refugees regardless of their immigration status.”

Catholic Charities Diocese of Oakland Immigration Project433 Jefferson StreetOakland, CA 94607Phone: (510) 768-3148 (Ask for Samuel Krantz)

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- Dress nicely and smartly. Avoid any fancy metallic-embedded clothing that might set off detectors and subject you to a strip-search.- Ideally, do a web-check in 24 hours ahead of time so you don’t have to stand in line.There are 3 checkpoints.!(1) TSA agent that checks your valid government-issued photo ID and flight ticket. TSA is not immigration and not supposed to look for a visa but

they have time to waste sometimes. It also makes sense for this reason to fly during heavy traffic hours. Open up your passport to the valid ID page so the agent doesn’t have to flip through the passport and see any expired visas. They usually do not check for a visa of any sort, even on foreign passports. If you have a state ID, you need not worry about this though REAL ID may now stipulate some additional documentation. DO NOT EVER answer immigration questions that may reveal your status. You have a right to a lawyer if you are detained. If you end up in trouble at any time, call 415-808-4444. (If you are flying with checked-in bagged, that would be your first checkpoint—checking in the baggage. Airlines now charge $15 for this. If you have a short itinerary, skip the checked baggage and simply get two small carry-on items on the airplane like a backpack and a laptop bag).

(2) The main security checkpoint where you are subjected to a metal detector search. (3) And finally, handing over your airline ticket to the agent.

DOMESTIC FLIGHTS SAFETY TIPS

!Tips for Main Security Checkpoint You don’t need your ID at this checkpoint but just a boarding pass. After smiling nicely and speaking politely to the first TSA agent, prepare to take some empty tubs and take off your shoes, watch, belt, cellphone and anything else that may set off metal detectors. Laptops, electronic items such as video games and toiletry bags must be taken out of bags and screened separately in a tub. Toiletries should be in a separate clear ziplock bag with your liquids separated. Water bottles and food items from outside would probably be trashed but you can buy food at the gates (last checkpoint) to take on the plane trip.!After passing through this main security point, you are safe. You MIGHT get subject to a random search or if you somehow set off the metal detectors. Stay calm and let them do a pat-down.It goes without saying that after passing the second checkpoint, you should gather all belongings and head to camp out in your gate area till your flight starts boarding. You also do not need your ID at this point.!On the plane you’ll get a complimentary beverage. Snacks are $$.Nothing in this article constitutes legal advice nor should you rely on it. If you do, you do it at your own risk.

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We would like to acknowledge the following organizations and individuals for their contributions to the survival guide:

Jessica Fuentes"Elisa Huerta"Prerna Lal"Alberto Ledesma"Ivan Lopez"Denisse Rojas"Julio Salgado"Meng So"!Multicultural Community Center"Rising Immigrant Scholars through Education"Street Level Health Project

Illustration by Alberto Ledesma

and with that said, remember that:"!!“Our survival depends on being creative”- Gloria E. Anzaldúa

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