Established in 2017, the Monarch Lounge was created for undocumented students to safely come together and develop a support system that empowers their experience at UCSB. This space is a home away from home for students to come together and share knowledge with similarly identified students. The Monarch Lounge intentionally centers the needs and experiences of students from undocumented, mixed-status, and refugee backgrounds as they are systematically impacted by immigration laws and policies.
What can you
find in the space?
- A fridge, a microwave, and an electric kettle
- A station with snacks and feminine products
- Whiteboards, couches, and study spaces
- Information about resources
- Friends and peers with like-minded experiences
- Board games
- Plants
- Artwork
- And much more!
The space is meant to be used for community building, study purposes, events, meetings, and more. Students can access the space anytime, unless it conflicts with a scheduled event, meeting, or activity.
Please reach out to Undocumented Student Services if you would like to learn more about our student space.
Contact
Please email us for information about the Monarch Lounge.
Student Testimonials
"The Monarch Lounge is a home away from home. As an undocumented student, it is nice to have a space on campus I can use to take naps and meet other undocumented students."
"The first time I walked into the space, I was surprised to see the refrigerator and couches. It was nice to see I have a space I can use in between classes where I can just be."
"It is nice to have a space where I can connect with other students and not have to worry about my status."