A nationally acclaimed writer with Valley roots, Tim Z. Hernandez presents his caller book, “They Call You Back,” astatine a peculiar event. The lawsuit features readings and a speech with celebrated writer and erstwhile U.S. Poet Laureate Juan Felipe Herrera connected the profound relation mentorship plays successful shaping the literate arts and taste communities. The lawsuit begins with meditation astatine 5 p.m. connected March 5 in the Peace Garden, followed by a reception up of the 6 p.m. speechmaking and treatment successful the Fresno State Library Ellipse Gallery.
Born successful Dinuba, Hernandez is an award-winning author, writer and show creator known for works that delve into themes of identity, civilization and resilience. His erstwhile works earned him captious acclaim and solidified his presumption arsenic a starring dependable successful modern Chicano literature.
Born successful Fowler, Herrera served arsenic the 21st U.S. Poet Laureate from 2015 to 2017. Herrera’s poesy and advocacy person inspired generations of writers and activists. He is wide recognized for his contributions to American lit and committedness to assemblage gathering done the arts.
The lawsuit is presented by the Chicano Alumni Club successful collaboration with the Latina/o Faculty and Staff Association, the Chicano and Latin American studies program, the Fresno State Creative Writing Alumni Chapter and the Latino/a programs and services from the Cross Cultural and Gender Center.
The lawsuit is escaped and unfastened to the public. Parking is $5 successful tons P30 oregon P31. For much information, interaction Josie Rangel astatine josiera@mail.fresnostate.edu oregon 559.287.6767.
