Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and immigrant rights activist Jose Antonio Vargas will speak on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 (5:00–6:30 PM) at Johnson Chapel, Amherst College. The event, moderated by Professor Sony Coráñez Bolton, will explore undocumented immigration, advocacy, and democracy, drawing from Vargas’ work with Define American, a nonprofit reshaping narratives about immigrant experiences.
Details:
- Free and open to the public
- First 50 attendees receive a complimentary copy of Vargas’ memoir, Dear America: Notes of an Undocumented Citizen
- Accessibility accommodations: Contact Randy Valdez at rvaldez[at]amherst.edu
Why Attend:
A rare opportunity to engage with a leading voice on immigration justice and storytelling.
No registration required. Questions? Call Amherst College at (413) 542-2000 or email info[at]amherst.edu.
