Student Resources

The resources listed here do not constitute legal advice and are provided for informational purposes only. Individuals are strongly recommended to seek the advice of an attorney to discuss their unique circumstances. Many of the below resources are independent associations and/or nonprofits that are unaffiliated with OSU.

Guidance on engaging with federal immigration law enforcement:

  • While the university’s Office of the General Counsel cannot consult on individual cases or personal matters, ASOSU Student Legal Services provides services to ASOSU-fee paying students through Access the Law.

  • Anyone can access the Lawyer Referral Service from the Oregon State Bar, and the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Immigration Lawyer Referral Service provides referrals to immigration attorneys across the U.S.

  • If a member of the OSU community is detained or arrested on an OSU location or campus and you witness it, do not directly interfere. Rather, stay calm and gather as much information as possible without direct interference, such as documentation of date, time, location and any information related to the agency or agencies involved. This could include official agency names and badge numbers.

  • Immediately report engagement with law enforcement to the OSU Office of the General Counsel at 541-737-8332.

Well-being resources at OSU:

  • Students seeking support are encouraged to consult with the many well-being resources available through the university.
  • OSU students can utilize the Anytime Anywhere app to connect with a counselor.

Crisis lines in local counties:

  • Non-OSU local crisis lines are staffed 24/7 unless otherwise stated. Find additional crisis lines for other Oregon counties.
    • Benton County: 888-232-7192
    • Deschutes County: 541-322-7500
    • Multnomah County: 503-988-4888
    • Washington County: 503-291-9111

Community organizations:

  • American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Oregon

    The Oregon affiliate of the ACLU is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of civil liberties and civil rights. By its own description, the national organization works daily in courts, legislatures and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and the laws of the U.S. guarantee everyone in this country.
  • Latino Network

    By its own description, the Latino Network is a Latino-led education organization, grounded in culturally specific practices and services, that lifts up youth and families to reach their full potential.
  • Sponsors Organized to Assist Refugees (SOAR)

    By its own description, SOAR Immigration Legal Services provides culturally competent, immigration-related legal representation and education to low-income refugees and immigrants throughout Oregon.

Oregon consulates: