The university has shared several resources to support students, faculty, staff, and their families that have been impacted by federal changes. ISSS has compiled these resources below for informational purposes:
Resources for Students Whose Families are Impacted by Deportation or Removal
Undergraduate and graduate students at Illinois may have family or other loved ones who are impacted by detention, deportation, or self-removal related to immigration enforcement. Deportation of a loved one may create financial, academic, and psychological strain on college students. Information in this resource is provided as potential resources.
Immigrant Student Support
Immigrant Student Support (previously Undocumented Student Support) in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion provides resources and services to students whose family may be negatively impacted by immigration enforcement. Immigrant Student Support coordinates support through direct support to impacted students and technical assistance for campus units. Contact undocumented@illinois.edu or call Ross Wantland, Interim Director, Academic Inclusive Excellence, at 217-244-1814.
Emergency Student Assistance
The Connie Frank CARE Center in the Dean of Students office helps individuals understand university policies and procedures, connect with campus resources, assist in communication with instructors, and provides support in times of distress. Visit the Connie Frank CARE Center website or call 217-333-0050 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
For additional information and resources, visit https://open.illinois.edu/resources/impacted-by-deportation-or-removal/
Food Resources
There are several resources available to assist students in securing food on and around campus based on their needs and comfort level. Please be aware of these on-campus resources to support students:
- Everybody Eats
- Everybody Eats has two programs under its umbrella, each with a different meal offering: Everybody Eats (University Housing) and Bevier Café (College of ACES). Descriptions, locations and hours for each are listed on the website.
- Food Assistance and Well-being Program
- The Food Assistance and Well-being Program is an emergency resource for Illinois students who are facing financial challenges and need short-term food and basic needs support.
- University Library Food Pantry in the Orange Room
- Located in the hallway leading to the Writers Workshop (to your left as you enter from the Library Gallery), the food pantry has canned and dried goods as well as a selection of refrigerated items available for any student.
- LAS Undercover Food Pantry
- Located in the LAS Student Academic Affairs Office (2002 Lincoln Hall), students can ask the front desk for assistance.
- Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8:30 a.m. – noon and 1 p.m. – 4:40 p.m.; Wed. 10 a.m. – noon
View more food assistance resources on the Office of the Dean of Students website.
Faculty/Staff Emergency Fund
Financial hardships can strike unexpectedly. The Illinois Faculty/Staff Emergency Fund, created by a grassroots committee and supported by the chancellor, provides confidential, timely assistance to help faculty and staff during crises. Donations to this fund can prevent loss of health insurance, utility shut-offs, and even help with mortgage or rent payments. Your support makes a difference. Learn more about ways to give and/or access the fund with the link above. Gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law.