Kim Thuy

The Alex Trebek Distinguished Lecture Series with Kim Thúy

Join us for an inspiring evening with acclaimed author and speaker Kim Thúy, as she shares her remarkable journey from life as a ten-year-old child fleeing Vietnam to becoming an award-winning author and respected lawyer. 

Kim Thúy’s story is one of resilience and transformation. With over 850,000 copies of her books translated into 31 languages and sold worldwide, and with a multitude of prestigious awards to her name, she will share the early life experiences that shaped her career as a novelist, her insights on letting go and her extraordinary ability to turn adversity into opportunity.

If you have questions or comments, or need an accommodation, please contact us as soon as possible at [email protected].

Date and time
Nov 13, 2024
6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Format and location
In person, Virtual
Language
French
Simultaneous interpretation will be available in English with headsets on site.
Audience
General public, Alumni, Young Alumni
Organized by
Alumni Engagement Office