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Dear ¹ú²úºÚÁÏU Community-

I hope that this email finds you well and safe in these potentially challenging times.

We recognize that some of you, your families, and your communities may be experiencing deep concern and fear considering recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement presence across California.

We wish to affirm our unwavering support for each of you.

Our community is strongest when we stand together, and no one should feel alone or unsupported. If you or someone you know is affected, please know that there are resources available:

Resources

Student Confidential Wellness Assistance

¹ú²úºÚÁÏU is dedicated to supporting our community’s well-being. For immediate and confidential assistance, students and employees can contact Optum Emotional Wellbeing Solutions (EWS) at 1-800-234-5465. Students can  online with an on-site Optum provider for video, telephonic, or in-person appointments. For academic support, students can schedule an appointment online with the Learning Enhancement and Academic Development (LEAD) office. For additional safety and well-being resources, please download the free LiveSafe mobile app. Student support resources can be found at /students/services/counseling/, and /students/services/counseling/.

Employee Confidential Wellness Assistance

In addition, University Employees are encouraged to reach out to website for services. For additional safety and well-being resources, please download the free LiveSafe mobile app.

Immigration Resources

¹ú²úºÚÁÏU’s Office of Human Resources, Office of International Students and Scholars, Office of Humanism, and University Student Affairs are available to assist any student or employee who may be subject to an immigration order or inquiry, or who may face similar issues, and whose education or employment is at risk because of immigration enforcement actions. For a list of immigration resources, students can contact the Office of Student Affairs at studentaffairs@westernu.edu and employees can contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@westernu.edu.

As a reminder, in an email sent by the Office of Legal Affairs on February 12, 2025, the University has established resources to help navigate any questions related to immigration enforcement on college campuses. These resources include a protocol that outlines the appropriate steps to take if a ¹ú²úºÚÁÏU employee is contacted by an immigration enforcement agency seeking student or employee information, including how to respond, who to notify, and the legal protections in place for our students and employees. You can access the full protocol here: .

Alternatively, if a ¹ú²úºÚÁÏU student is approached on campus by an immigration agent seeking student or employee information, please immediately direct them to the Office of Campus Security who will activate the Protocol referenced above.

You are valued, you are not alone, and we are committed to your safety and well-being.

If you have questions, need help, or simply want to talk, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Blessings and warmest regards to you, family, and loved ones.
Robin