Welcome to the AIM to Dream Center
The AIM to Dream Center supports undocumented students and students from mixed-status families in achieving academic, personal, and professional success. We advocate for students pursuing higher education and provide tailored services to meet their needs.
After March 24th, AIM to Dream Center will be located in Building G, Room 101.
AIM to Dream Center
Our center offers a welcoming space for undocumented students, mixed-status families, and allies. Services include immigration legal support, technology help, scholarships, workshops, and undocumented-centered events.
Hours
Santa Maria (Building G, Room 101)
Monday–Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday–Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Lompoc Valley Center (Room 2-111)
First Monday of every month
Email aimstudent@hancockcollege.edu or call 805-922-6966 Ext. 3177.
We offer in-person and remote services. Visit us in Building G, Room 101, for help and guidance.
Meet Our Staff
Amalia Jimenez Chavez
Coordinator
amalia.jimeneztrejo@hancockcollege.edu
805-922-6966 Ext. 3179
Sarai Gonzalez
Office Services Technician I
sarai.gonzale@hancockcollege.edu
805-922-6966 Ext. 3177
Learning Facilitators
Roganuel Ortiz Prado
aimstudent@hancockcollege.edu
805-922-6966 Ext. 3177
Yaneli Dominguez-Garcia
aimstudent@hancockcollege.edu
805-922-6966 Ext. 3177
Interns
Rubi Basurto
Reasons to meet with the AIM Specialist may include:
- AIM to Dream services orientation
- Residency or employment questions
- Scholarships and internship guidance
- Referrals to Student Support Services
- Immigration legal support
- Questions about AB 540 / AG waiver
- Dream Act or FA appeal documentation
Workshops & Events
- 8/12: Hancock Hello, 4–6 p.m. @ SM Campus, The Commons
- 8/27: Fall Open Reception, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. @ G101
- 9/05: How to Start a Business with an ITIN, 5–7 p.m. @ G106
- 9/19/25: Know Your Rights, 1–2 p.m. @ C-40
- 10/16/25: Know Your Rights, 2–3 p.m. @ C-40
- 10/17/25: Cine and Cultura: Selena, 4–7 p.m. @ Boyd Hall
- 10/18/25: Cine and Cultura: Zoot Suit with guest speaker Luis Valdez, 3–7 p.m. @ Boyd Hall
Dream Club
A student-led club advocating for undocumented students. We provide scholarships, organize events, and support higher education access. Open to all undocumented students and allies.
Nuestras juntas son en Español e Inglés.
Contact AIM to Dream Center at 805-922-6966 Ext. 3177 or aimstudent@hancockcollege.edu.