They Changed My Name

Cambiaron Mi Nombre

An interactive exploration of a personal journey from the heart of Colombia to the heart of the United States.

This presentation brings together the dynamics of immigration told through the lens of visual art and poetry. It showcases an interactive exploration of a personal journey from the heart of Colombia to the heart of the United States, exploring the conundrum of belonging in unfamiliar surroundings while straddling two different cultures and narratives.

Presented by Jose Faus.  Jose is an independent teacher, artist, and founder of the Latino Writers Collective in Kansas City.

The program is made possible by Humanities Kansas.

Additional Funding for this program was provided by the Lewis H. Humphreys Charitable Trust, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee.

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