DACA/Undocumented Advising & Support

As university leadership has affirmed, William & Mary has an enduring commitment to all of its students.

We admit students to W&M without regard for their immigration status. Our community will continue to do all it can to support our DACA students, including assisting them in accessing all available financial resources and navigating any renewal processes. - July 21, 2021

As of April 1, 2024, Joselia Souza, M.Ed., has taken on the role of Inaugural Director for the Office of First-Generation Student Engagement, overseeing DACA and Undocumented Advising & Support. Our office is dedicated to providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to the unique needs of students with special immigration status.

Explore our DACA/Undocumented Resource Hub here. Join our community through our Recognized Student Organization here.

We are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.

2023-2024 DACA/Undocumented Advisory & Support Council

The Council represents a core group of university faculty, staff, alumni, and students, who have both expertise in relevant areas and a commitment to the goals of the council:

Professors

Jennifer Bickham-Mendez (Sociology)
Katherine Barko-Alva (ESL/Bilingual Education, School of Education)
Stacy Kern-Scheerer (Professor of the Practice of Law, W&M Law School, and Director, Immigration Clinic)
John Riofrio (Hispanic Studies)

Alumni

Diego Rodriguez Cabrera ‘19
Jessica Chilin-Hernández ‘12

Students

Bella Ortiz-Miller '23

Administrators

LaToya Lawson (Associate Dean of Admission/ Director of Diversity & Access)
Joe Dobrota (Director, Financial Aid)
Joanne Taylor (Manager, Student Information Services, Registrar’s Office)
Eva Wong (Director, International Students, Scholars & Programs)

Prospective students, current students, and alumni are encouraged to contact Student Affairs.