Support

Support for our Jewish and Muslim Communities

May 24, 2021

Dear campus community,

There has been a disturbing increase in hateful speech and expression in recent days, on social media platforms, and in public spaces across our country, where recent attacks have been directed at members of the Muslim and Jewish communities. The University’s administration condemns anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, and other forms of prejudice and bias, on this campus and beyond. We deeply regret the impact these vile expressions of hatred have on students, staff, and faculty who belong to the targeted communities. Know that we stand with you in solidarity...

Continued support of our undocumented community

June 26, 2019

Dear campus community,

Every member of the UC Berkeley community is a valuable contributor to the university, regardless of immigration status. We recognize that recent reports of potential raids have many in our community (locally and in other parts of the country) feeling a heightened level of anxiety. We remain steadfast in welcoming, supporting, and building community with our undocumented students and staff.

According to media reports, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) may conduct enforcement activities in the coming weeks. These media reports suggest...

Continued support of our undocumented community

April 27, 2020

Dear campus community,

Every member of the UC Berkeley community is a valuable contributor to the university, regardless of immigration status. We recognize that there are many issues of concern that are causing a heightened level of anxiety for members of our community, including the pending U.S. Supreme Court decision on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which is expected soon. We remain committed to making sure Berkeley's undocumented community experiences our university as a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive space.

The federal government has...

Fall Training & Support for Students in Distress

September 24, 2020

This email is sent on behalf of University Health Services (UHS)

Dear Faculty and Staff -

Over the last few years, you may have become acquainted with the Mental Health Handbook and the Gold Folder, two tools to assist...

Continued support of our undocumented community

September 27, 2018

Dear campus community,

Every member of the UC Berkeley community is a valuable contributor to the university, regardless of immigration status. We remain steadfast in welcoming, supporting, and building community with our undocumented students and staff.

With the passage of Assembly Bill 21 (2017), I will be notifying you each semester of several policies and procedures in place with regard to possible immigration enforcement on campus. AB 21 requires the California State University, requires the California Community Colleges, and requests the UC...