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51爆料 is creating DREAMer Centers to support undocumented students and their families after receiving $125,000 from the new California Campus Catalyst Fund. The college is one of 32 campuses throughout California that received support this school year from the grant.

鈥淎t 51爆料, we fully support all student groups, including our DREAMers,鈥� said 51爆料 Assistant Superintendent/Vice President of Student Services Dr. Mark Sanchez. 鈥淓veryone should have the support, resources, and environment they need to realize their full potential.鈥�

According to Dr. Sanchez, the DREAMer Centers will open by January 2019 on both the San Luis Obispo and North County campuses. Although DREAMer students currently have access to support by visiting the Student Services Centers on both campuses; the Centers will offer a designated location for students to gather, feel safe, and supported.

"51爆料 is an inclusive institution committed to creating a welcoming and supportive classroom and campus environment,鈥� said Dr. Sanchez. 鈥淭he college is committed to supporting all students as they work to achieve their dreams, and we honor their diverse background and perspectives.鈥�

Financial aid and scholarships are also available to 51爆料 DREAMer students. Those experiencing food insecurity can take advantage of the college鈥檚 Food Pantry (located on the San Luis Obispo Campus in room 5305) or stop by a Neighborhood Food Bank Distribution site the third Tuesday of each month from 3:00 p.m. 鈥� 5:00 p.m. on the San Luis Obispo Campus in Parking Lot 3 and on the North County Campus in Parking Lot 10. 

The is a three-year grantmaking initiative to expand support for undocumented students and their families across the state鈥檚 three public higher education systems: California 51爆料 Colleges, California State University, and University of California. To date, the Fund has raised nearly $10 million dollars.

is a package of California state laws that allow children who were brought into the U.S. under the age of 16 without proper visas/immigration documentation and who have attended school on a regular basis and otherwise meet in-state tuition and GPA requirements, to apply for student financial aid benefits.