Malcolm Thomas

Immigration issues affect many Texas State students. In this Bobcat Update, reporter Malcolm Thomas talks with a student who shares her story.
 
Laura Valencia, a Texas State senior, moved to the U-S when she was nine years old. As of a year ago, she became an American citizen. Valencia is grateful she earned that status BEFORE immigration officials began rounding up undocumented citizens for deportation. However, she's still very concerned about the well-being of those dealing with immigration issues.
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The Student Government's lack of support for an immigration attorney on campus has made Valencia fearful. She's concerned that Texas State will not provide adequate assistance to students who face possible deportation. Also, she says she encounters prejudice on campus, which makes her feel unsafe and unsupported.
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(Standup) If you are feeling unsafe, threatened or need someone to talk to—visit the Student Office of Diversity and Inclusion in the L-B-J Student Center on the fifth floor. You will be supported. For Bobcat Update, I'm Malcolm Thomas.