TXST Monarch Center for Immigrant Students
Mission Statement
The mission of the TXST Monarch Center for Immigrant Students is to provide a network of university leaders offering evidenced-based research, resources and support in the form of guidance, strategic initiatives for the academic success and inclusion of DACA and Immigrant students.
Our Pledge
Educate – Provide access to higher education opportunities for DACA and immigrant students by actively engaging with and spreading awareness about educational laws and student rights.
Support – Increase recruitment, retention, and graduation of DACA and immigrant students by addressing their unique academic, personal, and professional needs in a holistic manner by partnering with TXST academic and student service areas. The university is committed to promoting the safety, well-being, and success of these students while maintaining their confidentiality and identity.
Advocate – Promote a welcoming campus climate through creation of a knowledgeable and sensitive university culture. Engage other higher education partners to create DACA and immigrant student-friendly policy.
Updates for DACA, Immigrant, and International Students
Contact Michelle Sotolongo if you are not eligible for traditional forms of assistance.
If you need legal help or have questions about alternative options regarding the recent SEVP announcement about online courses, please contact the Attorney to schedule a free and confidential appointment with Dr. Angelica Coronado.
Additional Resources
Points of Contact
Michelle Sotolongo, MA
Coordinator Monarch Center for Immigrant Students
Phone: 512-408-2743
Email: ms84@txstate.edu
Office: Lampasas Hall Room 410
STELLA SILVA, PHD
Interim Chief Diversity Officer, Office of Equity & Inclusion
Phone: 512-245-2539
Email: ss23@txstate.edu
Office: J.C. Kellam Room 164
ANGELICA CORONADO, JD
Director, Attorney for Students Office
Phone: 512-245-2370
Email: LegalHelp@txstate.edu
Office: LBJ Student Center, Suite 5-1.5
Advisory Board & Network Members
Board and Network members are committed to serving DACA and immigrant students.
Word on the street...
Alex Francois’ continued detention is inhumane and wrong, he deserves to be treated for his mental illness outside… https://t.co/QZUquyeA4I
2021-03-06T01:23:30Z 
🔴LIVE NOW: Join us for a discussion with @GeetaGandbhir about her short film "Call Center Blues." a short film tha… https://t.co/zv47We3jZG
2021-03-05T23:08:14Z 
RT @jactioncenter: Systemic anti-Black racism in our immigration & health care systems is putting the lives of detained pregnant Black migr…
2021-03-08T01:31:11Z 
Do you qualify for the California tax credits #CalEITC #YCTC? Follow the chart to find out! (¿Eres elegible para el… https://t.co/5U76BgARps
2021-03-05T23:55:30Z 
RT @ahilkovitz: Congrats to Tanjina Ahmed, doctoral student in Materials Science, Engineering and Commercialization, on the submission of h…
2021-03-05T19:24:14Z 
“Everyone has a right to thrive, live & have their basic needs met. I don’t find there’s anything controversial abo… https://t.co/vYQaThD32T
2021-03-07T21:45:00Z 
#FilingTipFriday: Filing your #immigration form online means you'll never forget to sign your form. You'll a signat… https://t.co/kbvHwrJ2yl
2021-03-05T18:28:58Z 
RT @MigrantFreedom: Two men detained at Glades Co. Detention Center have faced retaliation after speaking up about abuse in the CRCL we fil…
2021-03-05T03:19:15Z