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MURC September Newsletter

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Issue #3

Hello September

Welcome Monarchs!

September is here, and so are we: your Monarch Unity Resource Center (MURC) is awaiting! Where community, empowerment, and belonging thrive.

Who We Are

We’re are the MURC your go-to hub for support, celebration, and solidarity. Founded from a legacy of student activism, we serve SDSU’s immigrant, undocumented, and mixed-status communities with compassion and strength.

Location

Arts & Letters 202

Hours Of Operation

Mon-Fri

9:00am- 4:00pm

@SDSUMURC

Instagram!

Add us on Social Media!

SEPTEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

Join us for a month of connection, celebration, and community

🗓️Stay tuned on IG for more events

EVENTS THIS MONTH!

Reclaiming The Lens

🗓 Tuesday, Sept 23
🕛 12–2 PM
📍 Scripps Cottage @ SDSU

🌈Join us for Reclaiming the Lens: Back to School, a FREE photoshoot that empowers you to show up as your most authentic self

Dress how you feel, express who you are, and let’s kick off the semester in style

Questions? Accessibility needs? Email
pridecenter@sdsu.edu or sdsumonarch@sdsu.edu

E- Sports Vs MURC

🗓 Tuesday, Sept 23
🕛 12–2 PM
📍 E-sports Engagement Center In 24 hr section

@ SDSU Library

(Dome)

Join Our Associate Director for a break for video gaming, connection and power-ups where community is the ultimate reward!

RESOURCES

Need Help Buying Groceries This Semester?

Apply for the Supplemental Grocery Assistance Program (SGAP) a one-time $1,000 grant to help SDSU students reduce food insecurity.

Need Help Paying Your Parking/MTS Pass?

Apply for the Transportation Assistance Program!

Have Questions About Your Financial Aid ?

Meet with Ivan, our Financial Aid Counselor, for one-on-one support every Friday at the Monarch Unity Resource Center!”

Are you in need on Legal Immigration Services?

Need guidance on your immigration status or policy changes? As a student/ staff and faculty you have access to free legal support available in-person or online every Monday!”

Can't make it in person feel free to schedule an appointment!

Remember Everyone Has Rights!

Come on by to grab a red card from our Center
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First Generation Entrepreneurship Experience Program!

Highly recommended if you do not have work authorization, to consider being an independent contractor! Turn your side Hustle into a legit small business.

Make sure to apply before September 16, 2025

What is DSIG?

Dreamer Service Incentive Grant (DSIG)

Earn up to $2,250/semester

Have you filed your CA Dream Act Application (CADAA)? Do you have Cal Grant B and Unmet Need on your financial aid? If so, you may qualify for the CSAC Dreamer Service Incentive Grant (DSIG).

By volunteering 5–10 hours a week (150 hours per semester) with a K-12 school, community college, university, or nonprofit (political, religious, and social orgs excluded), you can receive up to $2,250 per semester. This is a great way to gain experience, build skills, and support your community while funding your education.

✅ Check your eligibility on WebGrants
✅ Set up an appointment with Cynthia Torres
✅ Bring your volunteer availability

Peer 2 Peer UndocuAlly Training

“Stand with your peers, build allyship, and gain the tools to support undocumented students become a Peer 2 Peer UndocuAlly!” -Mona

Recurring Events for Fall 2025

Talk It Out

Starting

September 8th, 2025

Every Monday!

At the MURC!

Tuesdays Are 4 Tea

Starting

September 23, 2025

Every Thursday!

At the MURC!

We Belong

Week Of Action

October 13-17, 2026

Join Us For Fun Events

Monarch Graduation!

Graduating Next Year?

Mark Your Calendar for April 25th 2026

Interested in AI?

Check This Out

- The MURC Team

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We are the Monarch Unity Resource Center at SDSU. Subscribe to our Monarch newsletter to keep informed!