FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 10, 2023 – Lambda Theta Alpha joined over 200 organizations across the nation for the 8th annual I Stand With Immigrants Day of Action on October 25, 2023. Our participation reaffirms our ongoing support for immigrants from all backgrounds and our call for institutions to provide robust support to undocumented students, faculty, staff, and community members. According to FWD.us, for half a decade, an increasing number of undocumented students are ineligible for DACA, and DACA itself is facing threats; the need for institutional support is critical. The Supreme Court may decide on DACA’s legality in the coming year, adding to the uncertainty faced by current recipients.
Lambda Theta Alpha demonstrated its dedication to amplifying immigrant voices during a crucial period of congressional action for local community protection. With 41 chapters and areas actively engaged in events across campuses and communities nationwide, the membership comprised one of the largest contingents on this Day of Action. This campaign sparked dialogues on immigration, advocated for community support for immigrants, raised awareness of our shared history, and stood in unity with all immigrants advancing the nation’s growth. The National Political Education Initiative Committee (PEI) of Lambda Theta Alpha takes pride in its pivotal role in enabling chapter involvement by providing event support.
Why is this year’s initiative important?
In September 2023, Judge Andrew Hanen declared DACA unlawful, further complicating its legal challenges. This case may eventually reach the Supreme Court by 2025, raising uncertainty about DACA’s future. If Hanen’s decision is upheld, around 600,000 recipients could lose legal work status, potentially facing deportation and igniting broader immigration policy debates. DACA has been vital for families and young individuals who have built lives in their home country. The Supreme Court may decide its fate within the next two years, affecting those protected for over a decade. While Congress should establish a permanent pathway for DACA recipients and Dreamers, the Biden administration can take immediate steps to implement a comprehensive Dreamer Protection Plan.
Engaging in the I Stand With Immigrants Day of Action this year signifies a resolute commitment to advancing human rights within our immigrant community. The PEI committee commends our 41 chapters and regions for their unwavering dedication to addressing these critical issues.
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| Beta Delta Chapter California State University, Long Beach | Delta Xi Chapter Lewis Clark State College | Eta Zeta Chapter Stephen F. Austin State University |
Participating chapters and areas included:
| Delta Omicron Chapter University of California, Berkeley | Zeta Phi Chapter Denison University | Zeta Lambda Chapter Western Michigan University |
| Eta Chapter Fairleigh Dickinson University and Caldwell College | Eta Zeta Chapter Stephen F. Austin State University | Epsilon Alpha Chapter Kennesaw State University |
| Alpha Alpha Delta Alumnae Chapter Charlotte, North Carolina | Epsilon Gamma Chapter University of Illinois at Chicago | Zeta Mu Chapter Duke University |
| Zeta Sigma Chapter Washington State University | Delta Eta Chapter University of Idaho | Beta Delta Chapter California State University, Long Beach |
| Nu Chapter Montclair State University | Delta Alpha Chapter The University of Georgia | Gamma Iota Chapter Florida Atlantic University |
| Alpha Upsilon Alumnae Chapter Orlando, Florida | Zeta Gamma Chapter Iowa State University | Gamma Mu Chapter University of Wisconsin–Madison |
| Beta Lambda Chapter Pennsylvania State University | Eta Epsilon Chapter California State University, Chico | Eta Gamma Chapter University of California, San Diego |
| Delta Xi Chapter Lewis Clark State College | Delta Upsilon Lehigh University | Kappa Chapter University of Connecticut |
| Epsilon Pi Chapter Michigan State University | Upsilon Chapter University of Maryland, College Park | New Jersey Area 1 |
| Alpha Delta Alumnae Chapter Silver Spring, Maryland | New Jersey Area 3 | Gamma Chapter The College of New Jersey |
| Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter Atlanta, Georgia | Alpha Eta Alumnae Chapter Los Angeles, California | Zeta Epsilon Chapter Syracuse University |
| Delta Nu Chapter Loyola University | Epsilon Rho Chapter Texas Christian University | Tau Chapter Monmouth University |
| Theta Chapter Rowan University | Epsilon Kappa Chapter University of Arizona | Eta Eta Chapter George Washington University |
| Zeta Chi Chapter University of Northern Colorado | Beta Omicron University of Michigan |
Lambda Theta Alpha is pleased to maintain its partnership with FWD.us, which began in 2017 as part of our mission to promote political activism. The campaign was furthered through social media, with members using hashtags #LTAPEI and #IStandWithImmigrants to highlight their local efforts.
Contact:
Myrna Ruiz, Vice President of External Affairs
Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.
externalaffairs@lambdalady.org
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About Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc.
Lambda Theta Alpha was founded at Kean University in 1975 as the first Latina sorority in the nation. Lambda Theta Alpha strives to develop strong leaders that produce and engage in political, social, and cultural activities. Based on the principles of Unity, Love and Respect, the Sorority was established for the unification of women through charitable and educational programs. Although Lambda Theta Alpha is Latin by tradition, the Sorority is inclusive to all women regardless of race, color, creed, sexual identity, gender expression, or religious beliefs.