Welcome
About Us
The Monarch Unity Resource Center (MURC) was founded in 2020, through efforts of student organizations along with the hard work of student immigrant of various status’, staff, faculty, and alumni. The MURC, or Monarch Center for short, at San Diego State University (SDSU) creates opportunities for all students who have various immigration status, faculty, staff, and allies are welcomed and build community. All students, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin, who are interested in the MURC are welcome. Learn more by reading SDSU's Affirming Equal Opportunity statement.
The programs and services we provide focus on retention, graduation, community building, and the overall well-being of all students, especially our immigrant students. These services include academic and career advising, legal services, assistance with DACA renewals, immigration legal consultation, mental health workshops, guidance and support in navigating campus and community resources, and much more. The Monarch Center also provides various leadership and mentoring opportunities.
For more information about what we offer, please visit our Programs and Services page.
Mission and Values
The Monarch Unity Resource Center is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive space for students from various immigration statuses and diverse cultural backgrounds, as well as their allies. Monarch Center is a place where students can find community, share their experiences, and access resources tailored to their unique journeys. Our guiding values include justice, courage, responsibility, compassion, and knowledge.
Know Your Rights!
No matter your immigration status, the Constitution guarantees you certain rights. Learn more about your rights here, presented by American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
Click here for a Know Your Rights video presentation by Jewish Family Service
Student Visa Status Changes-Support and Resources
Visit here to find out more.
Have questions about CADAA or FAFSA?
Do you need assistance to file out the NEW FAFSA or CA DREAM Act Applications for Financial Aid? Please register using the link below to attend FREE online webinars! Various dates and times, so that if needed our guardians can attend too!
View CSAC 2024 WEBINAR SPREADSHEET
Monarch Unity Resource Center Graduates
Carlos F.
Edwin M.
Ingrid C.
Salma R.
Elisa M.
Jennifer. O
Kendi P.
Ximena B.
Abraham B.
Abril A.
Alexis C.
Andres G.
Angeline P.
Arely M.
Arey C.
Brianna B.
Carolina C.
Cassandra H.
Cesar L.
Diego G.
Guillermina E.
Javier J.
Juan F.
Karina V.
Metzil P.
Nephtlali G.
Raquel Z.
Sara H.
Sasha L
Tavo V.
Vanessa C.
Ximena L.
Yoana R.
Yolanda G.
Check Out Stories About Our Students!
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Joven Migrante Cumple su Sueño Americano de Graduarse de la Universidad
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Dreamer Student Share Experience of Having DACA
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Antonio Marquez Camacho Aztec Experience
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