As a part of Marlborough High School’s Early College Pathways program, students enrolled in Quinsigamond Community College’s English Composition & Literature I course went on a field trip to QCC. On Thursday, Nov. 17, over 60 students in Mrs. Bento’s, Mr. Henry’s, and Mrs. Johnson’s classes filed into Hebert Auditorium to listen to a keynote address by award-winning Haitian-American author, Edwidge Danticat. Danticat’s memoir, Brother, I’m Dying, was this year’s One Book Project for all QCC students. The memoir poignantly touched upon themes of family, perseverance, and love. During her address, Danticat spoke eloquently about the events that moved her to write her memoir, specifically about her uncle’s tragic death at the hands of U.S. immigration authorities. She also incorporated Haitian proverbs, such as “words have wings,” to emphasize the impact words have on individuals to promote change in our world. After her address, students Tatiana Gaudet and Keven Melo each had the opportunity to ask Danticat questions. Gaudet asked Danticat how she was able to recall, with vivid detail, events that took place when her uncle was ailing. Melo asked Danticat if she was ever able to go back to Haiti to fulfill her uncle’s dream of building up his community. Danticat graciously responded to over 25 student questions before the afternoon was over. Text and photos: Karen Bento, Newspaper Club Advisor MHS students pose in front of QCC's Supranent Hall after keynote address. Award winning author, Edwidge Danticat, speaks with the audience. Students Tatiana Gaudet (left photo) and Keven Melo (right photo, center) ask Danticat questions after the keynote address.
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