Resources for Immigrant Students
Aurora University is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all students. We offer a variety of resources to help students overcome barriers, access financial assistance, and build connections on campus. Together, we are here to ensure you have the support needed to excel in your education.
Resources for Immigrant Students and Families
- Administer Justice
- American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA): Know Your Rights
- Aurora Rapid Response Team
- College Advising Guide for Undocumented Students (IACAC)
- Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
- Family Focus
- Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
- Illinois Latino Council for Higher Education (ILACHE)
- Immigrants Rising: Wellness Support Groups for Students
- Informed Immigrant
- ISAC Alternative Application
- Latino Policy Forum: Advancing Equity for Latinos in Illinois
- My Undocumented Life
- National Immigrant Justice Center
- National Immigration Law Center
- Northern Suburban Legal Aid Clinic
- Southwest Suburban Immigrant Project
- United We Dream
- World Relief Chicagoland: Immigration Legal Services
Scholarships for Immigrant Students
We encourage you to explore external scholarships. Before applying, make sure to check the eligibility requirements.
Campus Contacts
Gema Cervantes
Financial Aid Counselor
(Spanish speaker)
Eckhart Hall 324
630-844-5422
gcervantes@aurora.edu
Luke Kerber
Assistant Director of Academic Advising for Student Success Initiatives
Eckhart Hall 310D
630-844-5619
lkerber@aurora.edu
Mariza Rocha
Director of Latino/a Excellence
Wackerlin Center for Faith and Action 111
630-844-5134
mrocha@aurora.edu
Christopher Smith
Associate Dean of Students and Director of Campus Life
Founders House 105
630-844-6143
csmith@aurora.edu
Kaylee Szymanek
Freshman Admission Counselor
Eckhart Hall 205
630-844-4890
kszymanek@aurora.edu
Maria Valenciano
Experiential Learning Coordinator
Hill Center for Student Success 106
630-844-5482
mvalenciano@aurora.edu