College Gets Harder For These "Dreamers" | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post

College Gets Harder For These "Dreamers"

The Trump organization bans DACA making it harder for these dreamers to attend college.

32
College Gets Harder For These "Dreamers"

The Trump administration decided to revoke all rights for immigrant teenagers or young adults to legally obtain their approved advanced two-year period deferred action of deportation and to be eligible for a work permit.

The well-known DACA program ("Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals") was created after the Dream Act that Barack Obama proposed when serving as president of the United States in November 2014. Protests have been happening in all major cities of the United States, where over 700,000 of these "dreamers" are being discriminated against and having the rights that they were promise revoked.

I can relate very much to this subject; since I am an immigrant. I do not fall under the same category since I came to the United States from Spain, I was eligible for permanent residence. I've obtained my citizenship back in September of 2018. I am also an immigrant with the same dreams and I belong to this country.

I am very proud to be from Spain, but I also feel very proud to be in the United States; since this is home to me. I wish this country would provide the opportunity to these people who deserve the advantage of all the great opportunities the United States offers. In Spain, the only way possible to go to college would be to have straight A's or to have a lot of money. Many scholarships are given out but are difficult to obtain… I have spoken to many Hispanics about the subject when it comes to college and many have said that the only way for them to be able to go to college would be if they had the money to afford it.

My mom brought me to the United States to offer me a better future, a better education, and to be finally accepted for who I am. Most of the immigrants that come here are labeled as "criminals" but most us are hard-working people that can offer the most to society. Most of them wake up every day just with the idea to accomplish their goals and fulfill their dreams. I am really thankful for the opportunity I was given to be in this country; furthermore, that's why I do want to take the advantage of being able to go to school and get a degree. I want to better myself every day or even be able to inspire someone else into my path. That's why I believe that the government should think about the subject before making a final decision that could ruin the opportunity of great people out there that just wish to be treated with respect.

Therefore; I decided to give my opinion on this topic because it hits home. We all came to the United States legally to better ourselves, get better-paying jobs, go to college and have careers. We can contribute to society in great ways, not all immigrants are criminals. This is the reason why I feel like the Trump administration should consider giving opportunities for those people that meet the requirements.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

105093
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

19543
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
Health and Wellness

10 Hygiene Tips For All College Athletes

College athletes, it's time we talk about sports hygiene.

18129
Woman doing pull-ups on bars with sun shining behind her.

I got a request to talk about college athletes hygiene so here it is.

College athletes, I get it, you are busy! From class, to morning workouts, to study table, to practice, and more. But that does not excuse the fact that your hygiene comes first! Here are some tips when it comes to taking care of your self.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments