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“The Butterfly Effect” podcast is dedicated to empowering and inspiring students within the undocumented community, including those who are DACA-mented, undocumented, or from mixed-status backgrounds.Hosted by the DREAM Center, this podcast series is accepting, engaging and informative and addresses a range of critical topics from a student’s perspective, from navigating higher education to advocacy.Don’t miss an episode!
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- Aug 21, 20261h 8m
The Butterfly Effect LIVE: Behind the Podcast
In this special LIVE episode of The Butterfly Effect Podcast, our hosts, special guests, and a live, in-person audience come together to celebrate the end of the season. We reflect on why we started the podcast, revisit memorable moments, and share behind-the-scenes moments.As we celebrate this milestone, we also recognize the contributions of our graduate hosts, Jenivit and Kat, as they enter a new chapter of their lives. Their vision, creativity, and passion helped build the foundation of The Butterfly Effect Podcast and shaped it into the community-driven space it is today. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation filled with stories, laughter, reflection, and gratitude as we close out this chapter and look ahead to a new season in the coming academic year with fresh conversations, new hosts, and the continued goal of amplifying student voices.Follow us on Instagram: @csundreamcenterHelpful Links: CARECEN Free Immigration Legal ServicesDREAM Center Appointment ServicesRegister for DREAM Center EventsKnow Your Rights Cards (Multiple Languages)
- Aug 14, 20261h 8m
The Butterfly Effect LIVE: Behind the Podcast
In this special LIVE episode of The Butterfly Effect Podcast, our hosts, special guests, and a live, in-person audience come together to celebrate the end of the season. We reflect on why we started the podcast, revisit memorable moments, and share behind-the-scenes moments.As we celebrate this milestone, we also recognize the contributions of our graduate hosts, Jenivit and Kat, as they enter a new chapter of their lives. Their vision, creativity, and passion helped build the foundation of The Butterfly Effect Podcast and shaped it into the community-driven space it is today. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation filled with stories, laughter, reflection, and gratitude as we close out this chapter and look ahead to a new season in the coming academic year with fresh conversations, new hosts, and the continued goal of amplifying student voices.Follow us on Instagram: @csundreamcenterHelpful Links: CARECEN Free Immigration Legal ServicesDREAM Center Appointment ServicesRegister for DREAM Center EventsKnow Your Rights Cards (Multiple Languages)
- May 8, 202635 min
Invisible Labor on Campus
In this episode of The Butterfly Effect Podcast, we explore what invisible labor looks like around campus, especially the roles undocumented students often take on to support the community. We discuss what it means to do this work, and how that work can be both empowering and exhausting. We also unpack the importance of recognizing this labor and sharing responsibility more equitably across institutions. Tune in for an honest conversation about how invisible labor shapes student experiences, affects well-being, and influences belonging on campus. Follow us on Instagram: @csundreamcenter Helpful Links: CARECEN Free Immigration Legal ServicesDREAM Center Appointment ServicesRegister for DREAM Center EventsKnow Your Rights Cards (Multiple Languages)
- Apr 27, 202640 min
From The Playground to the Lecture Hall – Confronting Bullying and Harassment About Identity
In this episode of The Butterfly Effect Podcast, we explore how early experiences with bullying take shape, especially within the immigrant experience, and why reporting matters. We discuss how bullying and harassment can leave lasting effects that shape how students view themselves, navigate cultural identity, and experience safety and belonging within institutions. Tap in for a real conversation about how these experiences can impact trust, identity, and the overall student experience. Follow us on Instagram: @csundreamcenter Helpful Links: CARECEN Free Immigration Legal ServicesDREAM Center Appointment Services Register for DREAM Center EventsKnow Your Rights Cards (Multiple Languages) CSUN Office of Equity & ComplianceCSUN Campus Care Advocates
- Apr 10, 202648 min
The Syllabus Doesn’t Say This
In this episode of The Butterfly Effect Podcast, we explore what the syllabus doesn’t cover, the unspoken rules of higher education that many students are expected to navigate without guidance. We discuss the idea that “you’re supposed to just know this,” how notions of “professionalism” can shape belonging and opportunity, and the pressures around silence and code-switching in academic spaces. Tap in for a real conversation about how these hidden expectations within higher education can influence access, confidence, and success. Share below what unspoken rules in higher education you have learned along the way. Follow us on Instagram: @csundreamcenter Helpful Links: CARECEN Free Immigration Legal Services DREAM Center Appointment ServicesRegister for DREAM Center EventsKnow Your Rights Cards (Multiple Languages)
- Apr 1, 202634 min
Description: Undocu Love
In this episode of The Butterfly Effect Podcast, we unpack the realities of Undoculove, what it means to navigate dating and relationships while undocumented. We talk about the challenges of long-distance love impacted by partners' immigration statuses, the complexities of building a future with uncertainty, and the pressure that family, culture, and community expectations can place on relationships. Tune in for a sincere conversation about resilience, vulnerability, and the ways love persists despite systemic barriers. Follow us on Instagram: @csundreamcenter Helpful Links: CARECEN Free Immigration Legal ServicesDREAM Center Appointment ServicesRegister for DREAM Center Events Know Your Rights Cards (Multiple Languages)
- Mar 13, 202646 min
S4E2: Using Pop Culture as a Protest
In this episode of The Butterfly Effect Podcast, we unpack how music, memes, and viral trends often serve as powerful reflections of social justice movements. We discuss calling out celebrities who cause harm, the impact of corporate pressure through collective power, and how digital culture can spark accountability and change. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges us to see pop culture not just as entertainment or drama, but as a catalyst for awareness, action, and growth. Follow us on Instagram: @csundreamcenter Helpful Links: CARECEN Free Immigration Legal ServicesDREAM Center Appointment ServicesRegister for DREAM Center EventsKnow Your Rights Cards (Multiple Languages)
- Mar 2, 202636 min
S4E2: Dreams Deferred, Dreams Rewritten
In this episode of The Butterfly Effect Podcast, we highlight students who have taken non-linear academic journeys, from changing majors to stepping away from school and returning years later. We discuss the challenges that come with these detours and the resilience, clarity, and personal growth that often emerge along the way. Tune in for an honest conversation that reminds us that success isn’t always a straight line and that growth often happens in the unexpected turns in life. Follow us on Instagram: @csundreamcenter Helpful Links: CARECEN Free Immigration Legal ServicesDREAM Center Appointment Services Register for DREAM Center EventsKnow Your Rights Cards (Multiple Languages)
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“The Butterfly Effect” podcast is dedicated to empowering and inspiring students within the undocumented community, including those who are DACA-mented, undocumented, or from mixed-status backgrounds.Hosted by the DREAM Center, this podcast series is accepting, engaging and informative and addresses a range of critical topics from a student’s perspective, from navigating higher education to advocacy.Don’t miss an episode!
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