The much-anticipated campus visit of Thi Bui, this year’s Common Book author, will be on Tuesday 1/30 and Wednesday 1/31. Bui’s illustrated memoir, The Best We Could Do and visit will not only serve as a way to highlight the history and experience of her community, but also provide a space to spark critical campus-wide dialogue around such a compelling social issue. 

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Please join us at our upcoming Common Book events:

A Conversation & Book Signing with Thi Bui, Common Book Author

• Tue, Jan 30, 6:oo-8:00pm, Northwest Campus Aud. and Lobby
• Host: T.K. Le, Asian American Studies Department
• RSVP here

Common Conversations: A Panel on Southeast Asian Refugee Issues

• Wed, Jan 31, 12:oo-2pm, Pauley Pavilion Club (Food & refreshments provided)
• Moderator: Dr. Thu-Huong Nguyen-Vo, Asian American Studies Department; Panelists: Thi Bui, Author; Dr. Jolie Chea and Dr. Victor Bascara, Asian American Studies Department
• RSVP here

 Ahead of Bui’s visit, you can watch a short video she sent to us describing her feelings about being selected this year’s Common Book author. Please enjoy!