Responding to Immigration Enforcement on Campus

Immediately do the following:

Direct officers to the University Police Department (UPD) at 425 La Moree Rd - Say: “Per university policy, our University Police Department is the point of contact for immigration-enforcement matters.”
Call UPD to report the encounter: (760) 750-4567

If you are uncomfortable contacting UPD, call Human Resources: (760) 750-4418 (M-F, 8 am – 5 pm. HR will notify UPD).

General Instructions
- Stay Calm and remain professional and respectful
- Do not attempt to verify or interpret a warrant
- Do not escort officers into private areas or share information about students, employees, or others
- Respectfully let the officer know that you are not obstructing their process, but that University Police is our university’s designated point of contact for immigration-related enforcement.
- UPD will work with legal counsel to verify any warrant.
Restrictions on Entry
- University employees may not give consent to entry of nonpublic �� facilities or portions thereof.
- University employees may not give consent to law enforcement to enter campus residential units.
- For more information, refer to the .
Privacy and Confidentiality
- Employee, student and personally identifiable information in university records are protected by a variety of privacy rights and university policies–including the Family Education Rights & Privacy Act [FERPA] and privacy rights of personnel records. University employees are required to maintain the confidentiality of personal and personally identifiable information, and records containing such information. Employees shall refrain from disclosing personal information about students, faculty and staff including student employees, except:
  - With the consent of the person identified, or if the person is under 18 years of age, with the consent of the parent or guardian of the person identified
  - As may legally be disclosed under state and federal privacy laws
  - For the programmatic purpose for which the information was obtained
  - As part of a directory that does not include residence addresses or individual persons’ course schedules and that the person has not elected to opt out of
  - In response to a judicial warrant, court order or subpoena (must be verified by the University Police Department.

Primary Contacts for Immigration-Related Inquiries

Individuals who may be subject to or have received an immigration order or inquiry should contact the respective campus representative for assistance.

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Students
For students who may be subject to an immigration order or inquiry, contact Norma Larios, Interim Associate Vice President & Dean of Students
- Telephone: 760-750-6061
- Email: nlarios@csusm.edu
Staff
For employees who may be subject to an immigration order or inquiry, contact Erika Gravett, Associate Vice President of Human Resources
- Telephone: 760-750-4437
- Email: egravett@csusm.edu
Faculty
For employees who may be subject to an immigration order or inquiry, contact Michelle Hunt, Associate Vice President for Faculty Affairs
- Telephone: 760-750-8362
- Email: mihunt@csusm.edu

Adherence to AB 21

In accordance with Assembly Bill 21 (AB 21), �� adheres to the following:

Does not assist with immigration enforcement except when legally required.
Does not allow immigration officers into nonpublic areas unless they present a judicial warrant.
Does not share personal information about students, faculty, or staff unless required by law.
Provides clear information to the campus community about their rights and the campus’s response procedures.
Notifies an individual’s emergency contact if a student, staff, or faculty member is detained due to immigration enforcement.
Ensures that students affected by immigration enforcement receive support, including assistance in maintaining financial aid, academic progress, and access to services.

Know Your Rights

The regional Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) offers a , which is designed to help individuals communicate their rights in encounters with immigration officials. Red Cards are also available for download in a variety of languages.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

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Can �� deny ICE access to campus?
�� cannot prevent ICE from accessing public areas of the campus, such as open walkways, outdoor spaces, and common areas. However, per AB 21, �� will not grant ICE access to nonpublic areas (such as classrooms, offices, residence halls, internal office spaces, and locker rooms) without a judicial warrant. This ensures compliance with state law while protecting the privacy and rights of students, faculty, and staff.
What should I do if I see or am approached by an immigration officer on campus?
Immediately do the following:
1. Direct the immigration officer(s) to University Police to validate any request.
  1. Location: Public Safety Building, 425 La Moree Rd
2. Report the activity to University Police.
  1. Phone: 760-750-4567
3. If you are uncomfortable calling University Police, contact:
  1. Human Resources, (760)750-4418 *Available business hours only (M–F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.)
Will �� police officers assist ICE in immigration enforcement?

No. Under SB 54, ��’s University Police Department (UPD) is prohibited from using university resources, personnel, or funding for federal immigration enforcement. UPD cannot stop, question, or detain individuals solely based on their immigration status and does not coordinate with ICE for immigration enforcement actions.

However, SB 54 allows limited cooperation with ICE if the individual has been convicted of a serious or violent felony (as defined in state law) and ICE presents a judicial warrant. In such cases, UPD will verify the warrant’s validity and comply as required by law.
What’s the difference between an administrative warrant and a judicial warrant?

A judicial warrant, issued by a judge, grants ICE the legal authority to enter nonpublic areas of ��. �� and UPD are legally required to comply with judicial warrants after verifying their validity.

An administrative warrant, issued by ICE (not a judge), does not provide legal authority to enter nonpublic areas. �� and UPD are not required to comply with administrative warrants and will not grant access based on them.
Who verifies the validity of a warrant?
University Police is responsible for verifying a warrant’s validity. Faculty, staff, and students should not attempt to verify a warrant themselves. Instead, they should immediately direct the immigration enforcement officer to UPD at the Public Safety Building (425 La Moree Rd) or call 760-750-4567. If you are uncomfortable calling University Police, contact Human Resources at 760-750-4418. *Available business hours only (M–F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.).
Are CSU employees allowed to assist ICE?
No. Under AB 21, CSU employees are prohibited from assisting federal immigration authorities in enforcement actions. They cannot grant ICE access to nonpublic areas without a judicial warrant or court order, nor can they disclose personal information about students, faculty, or staff unless required by state or federal law (e.g., a judicial warrant, court order, or subpoena). If approached by ICE, employees must direct them to University Police.
Who verifies the validity of a subpoena?
Subpoenas are reviewed and verified by Audrey Hotaling, Manager of Integrated Risk Management at ��. If you receive a subpoena related to immigration enforcement, do not attempt to verify it yourself. Instead, contact Audrey Hotaling at (760) 750-4505 or ahotaling@csusm.edu for guidance.
Will �� release student or employee information to ICE?
No. �� will not release personally identifiable information about students, faculty, or staff unless presented with a judicial warrant, subpoena, or as otherwise required by law. Student records are protected under FERPA, and AB 21 further restricts data sharing with immigration authorities.
What happens if a student, faculty member, or staff member is detained by immigration enforcement?
�� will notify the person's emergency contact as soon as possible, in compliance with AB 21. If detained, students will receive support to retain financial aid, re-enroll, and access campus services upon return.
Where can I find legal resources if I or someone I know is affected by immigration enforcement?
�� maintains a list of legal service providers on the [Undocumented & Mixed-Status Support webpage legal services tab] that offer free or low-cost immigration legal support.
Who should I contact if I or someone I know may be subject to an immigration order or inquiry?
- Students: Norma Larios, Inreim Associate Vice President & Dean of Students (760- 750-6061, nlarios@csusm.edu)
- Faculty: Michelle Hunt, Associate Vice President for Faculty Affairs (760-750-8362, mihunt@csusm.edu)
- Staff: Erika Gravett, Associate Vice President of Human Resources (760-750-4437, egravett@csusm.edu)
How will I be notified about changes related to immigration enforcement policies?

�� will post relevant updates on the Support & Services: Immigration-Impacted Communities website and send email notifications to students, faculty, and staff at least once per semester, in compliance with AB 21. These updates will include changes to campus procedures, resources, and applicable laws that impact the university community.

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