UM Libraries Federal Depository Anniversary: Celebrating 135 Years of free access to Federal documents & publications: Becoming a Citizen

This guide gives an overview of the University of Mississippi Libraries Federal documents collection, history, program materials, and a schedule of events in celebration of UM Libraries 135th anniversary as a Federal Depository Library.

Becoming a Citizen

Representatives from U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) will discuss the steps to naturalization and answer questions about the process. UM Library’s Citizenship Corner will be highlighted as a source for local information. The Citizenship Corner will include: citizenship test preparation materials along with information about the naturalization process, information about community resources, English teaching materials, and other relevant materials from the collection. Also in attendance, will be Laurie Hall, Superintendent of Documents from the Government Publishing Office. She will reflect on UM Libraries 135th anniversary as a Federal Depository Library.

April 25, 2018 at 2pm, Faulkner Room, J.D. Williams Library.

News Article: UM Libraries Celebrates Anniversary as a Federal Documents Repository

Interested in citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Resource Corner

Check out our U.S. Citizenship Resource Corner located on the 1st floor of the J.D. Williams Library (fountain side) to the left of the circulation desk.

(image: Laurie Hall, GPO) (image: Lynuel Dennis, USCIS)

Resources From the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Prepare for U.S. Citizenship
To help you prepare, USCIS has developed a variety of educational resources. In this section, you will find information on eligibility and testing, the application process, and study materials.
Preparing for the Naturalization
A Guide to Naturalization (M-476) provides information on the benefits and responsibilities of citizenship, an overview of the naturalization process, and eligibility requirements.
N-400
Application for Naturalization
Find Legal Services
Avoid Scams
Don't become a victim of an immigration scam. If you need legal advice on immigration matters, make sure the person helping you is authorized to give legal advice. Only an attorney or an accredited representative working for a Department of Justice (DOJ) recognized organization can give you legal advice.
Education Resources
USCIS has developed a variety of materials to help teachers supplement classroom instruction. Many of these items can also serve as self-study tools for students. Here you will find a selection of videos, publications, practice tests, and multimedia resources.
Resources for Teachers
Teachers, volunteers, and other adult educators play a critical role in helping immigrants prepare for U.S. citizenship. USCIS has developed a variety of resources to support these efforts. In this section, you will find information on the naturalization process and test and other supplemental classroom-based materials.