Teaching in Higher Ed
Supporting Undocumented Students in Higher Education
Mar 20, 2025
Jesús Campos, a research coordinator and adjunct faculty member with a focus on undocumented students, shares his profound experiences as an undocumented learner. He discusses the complex emotional landscape these students face, including feelings of guilt and the burden of expectations. Campos emphasizes the importance of recognizing each student's unique journey and the need for educators to support them through tailored resources. He advocates for empathy and actionable strategies to empower undocumented students in their pursuit of education.
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- Undocumented students often grapple with feelings of guilt and fear due to their unique challenges and societal perceptions regarding their educational pursuits.
- Educators must recognize the individuality of each undocumented student’s experience, fostering inclusive environments that facilitate trust and understanding.
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Early Educational Experiences
The speaker reflects on their initial encounters with the education system upon immigrating to the United States at a young age. Starting in pre-kindergarten, they navigated English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, quickly transitioning to regular classes. This experience underlined the cultural shocks faced, particularly as they moved from an environment where peers shared a similar background to one that was more diverse. Such transitions would later shape their understanding of belonging and identity in educational settings.
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