Higher Education

Citing potential legal liability, Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed AB 2586, disappointing many undocumented students

The policy that was adopted is less restrictive than previous versions, following student and faculty concerns.

University leadership says the “necessary decision” came after main entrance blockades started Tuesday. It’s the latest escalation in the fight for UC divestment from military contractors involved in Israel’s attacks on Gaza.

In response to technical issues with the FAFSA, the California Student Aid Commission is granting mixed-status students access to an aid program typically reserved for undocumented students.

California has passed several laws in the last few decades that make college more accessible for undocumented residents. But once these students graduate, they’re on their own.

Amid pushback from faculty over academic freedom concerns, the Board of Regents decided Wednesday to delay voting on a proposed policy until their next meeting in May.

Student assistants work part-time jobs across the system’s 23 campuses, including CSU Monterey Bay. They’re currently capped at 20 hours a week and had no paid sick leave before a California law that took effect in 2024.

The union said over 76% of voting California Faculty Association members were in favor. Once approved by CSU trustees, the updated contract will apply across all campuses, including CSU Monterey Bay.

Una de las leyes que entró en efecto este año simplificará el proceso de ayuda financiera, mientras que la otra establece un programa de becas Dream Resource Center en escuelas secundarias.

One of the laws that went into effect this year will simplify the financial aid process, while the other establishes a grant program for Dream Resource Centers in California high schools.