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Cal Poly Pomona Postpones Job Fair Amid ICE Fears

8/30/2025

Summary

Story summary

Cal Poly Pomona received 200-250 protest emails over rumors of ICE attending a job fair; ICE confirmed it would not participate.
Concerns about immigration enforcement arise from past racial profiling incidents, impacting faculty and student sentiment.
The career fair is postponed indefinitely to address community fears about federal agents' presence.
Staff guidance includes protocols for interacting with immigration officers, focusing on safety and communication.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2012, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program allowed approximately 800,000 undocumented immigrants to work legally in the U.S., easing deportation fears. Recent protests at Cal Poly Pomona highlight ongoing concerns about immigration enforcement and racial profiling by agencies like ICE, reflecting the enduring impact of immigration policies on educational institutions and community dynamics.

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Story summary

Cal Poly Pomona received 200-250 protest emails over rumors of ICE attending a job fair; ICE confirmed it would not participate.
Concerns about immigration enforcement arise from past racial profiling incidents, impacting faculty and student sentiment.
The career fair is postponed indefinitely to address community fears about federal agents' presence.
Staff guidance includes protocols for interacting with immigration officers, focusing on safety and communication.

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