UO, LCC talk potential ICE raids amid rise in local detainments

The University of Oregon’s Senate held a discussion Wednesday on the potential for immigration enforcement on campus.

It came as activists in Eugene-Springfield reported another uptick in ICE activity Wednesday, including near the Marcola Apartments on Pierce Parkway.

University of Oregon General Counsel Jessica Price warned faculty could be charged if they try to stop a detainment, or guide a student to an alternate exit to avoid federal law enforcement.

She said while classrooms are generally private spaces, hallways are public and ICE officers can access them.

"Someone with really good intentions might promise someone safety and say, 'in my class, you are safe,'" said Price. "And I would say, don't make promises you can't keep.”

Price said if staff are presented with a warrant from