Rights and Resources

To cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and vibrant community, Clark College educates, empowers, and elevates individuals to achieve their personal and professional goals. Clark College affirms our sustained commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment where all students can pursue their education. We are so glad you are a part of the Clark College community. You belong here.

The college will monitor federal changes that impact our students, employees, and communities. We will continue to share resources and updates as we receive them.

The list below has been created to help connect our students, employees, and community members with resources and organizations available for support. The content and views presented in the resources reflect the perspectives of the organization providing them. The college will remain in compliance with federal and state laws and adhere to policies and practices that have been established, including, but not limited to:

Know Your Rights

Clark College has adopted an “Immigration and Student Records Policy."

Here are FAQs related to the policy:

Q: What would Clark do if immigration enforcement came to campus?
A: As a public institution of higher education, our college has public spaces and nonpublic spaces. Our employees will not grant permission to nonpublic areas (such as offices and classrooms) without a judicial order or warrant.

Q: Would Clark release student information to federal agents?
A: As required by federal law, we do not disclose protected information from student education records, unless required in response to a lawfully issued subpoena or court order.

Q: Are any student records public?
A: Higher education institutions do share certain information called “directory information,” but FERPA laws allow students to opt out of sharing directory information. Opt out by stopping by the Registrar's Office or the Vice President of Student Affairs located in Gaiser Hall.

Q: How can immigration status affect admission at Clark?
A: We do not base admissions decisions on immigration or citizenship status. Furthermore, our campus security personnel will never question or attempt to detain individuals based on their immigration status.

Q: How can immigration status affect applying for student aid?
A: Our Financial Aid team can help students determine whether or not they are qualified to apply for the WASFA or FAFSA. As we are committed to protecting the confidentiality of the information and privacy of students and their families, we do not share personal information listed on the WASFA and FAFSA for immigration enforcement purposes without a legal requirement, such as a valid court order or judicial warrant.

Information on what to do if you are stopped by police or immigration agents

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Federal law that protects the privacy of students by limiting who can access their education records.

Legal Resources

Campus Resources

Local and State Resources

National Resources