Friday, December 5, 2025, from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm at Sonoma State University
Hosted by SRJC Undocu · Immigrant · Dream Center & SSU DREAM Center
This conference is a safe space for undocumented high school students within Sonoma County and neighboring counties. Undocumented high school students will learn that attending college right after high school is possible! Students will have the tools and knowledge to achieve their educational and career goals. For questions, please email dream@santarosa.edu or dreamcenter@sonoma.edu
Jesus Juarez Castro
Jesus Juarez Castro is a proud immigrant and first-generation college graduate from Sonoma State University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in Chicano & Latino Studies. His roots are deeply connected to culture, community, and advocacy, and those values shape every aspect of his personal and professional work.
For several years, he has had the privilege of working alongside incredible young people, guiding and supporting them as they navigate their educational journeys. His work is more than a profession for his, it is a calling. He is committed to uplifting his community, bridging gaps in access and resources, and ensuring that all students feel empowered to thrive.
As he continues his work, he is energized by the opportunity to collaborate with educators, leaders, and advocates who share a vision for equity and belonging. His mission is to help create environments where students feel supported, inspired, and truly seen.
Student:
8:30 am-9:30 am – Check-in & light breakfast will be provided
9:30 am-10:50 am – Welcome & Keynote Speaker
10:50 am-11:00 am – Head to workshop
11:00 am-11:30 am – Workshop 1
11:35 am-12:05 pm – Workshop 2
12:15 pm-1:15 pm – Reframing UndocuEntrepreneurship – with UndocuScholars LLC
1:15 pm-2:00 pm – Lunch, Resource Fair, & fun activities
burritos will be provided by Sol Azteca
Counselor/Staff:
8:30 am-9:30 am – Check-in & light breakfast will be provided
9:30 am-10:50 am – Welcome & Keynote Speaker
11:00 am-12:00 pm – Dream Counselor Cohort – with UndocuScholars LLC
12:15 pm-1:15 pm – Reframing UndocuEntrepreneurship – with UndocuScholars LLC
1:15 pm-2:00 pm – Lunch, Resource Fair, & fun activities
burritos will be provided by Sol Azteca
