Dominican Boy Odyssey: From Homeless Shelter to the Ivy League

In this moving and inspiring memoir, Julio Vasquez shares his incredible journey from homelessness to the Ivy League.

Undocumented: A Dominican Boy's Odyssey from a Homeless Shelter to the Ivy League

by Dan-el Padilla Peralta

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8571 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	313 pages

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Julio was born in the Dominican Republic and came to the United States with his family when he was just a child. His father was a struggling artist and his mother worked long hours as a waitress. Despite their hard work, the family often struggled to make ends meet. When Julio was 10 years old, his family was evicted from their apartment and they were forced to live in a homeless shelter.

Life in the shelter was difficult for Julio. He was bullied by other children and he often felt ashamed of his circumstances. But Julio was determined to make a better life for himself. He studied hard in school and he eventually earned a scholarship to attend the prestigious Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts.

At Phillips Academy, Julio excelled in his studies and he was a leader in his community. He was elected to the student government and he founded a mentoring program for underprivileged students. Julio's hard work and dedication paid off when he was accepted to Harvard College.

At Harvard, Julio continued to excel academically. He majored in government and he was a member of the Harvard Debate Team. Julio also worked as a teaching assistant for the Harvard Legal Aid Bureau. After graduating from Harvard, Julio went on to earn a law degree from Yale Law School.

Today, Julio Vasquez is a successful attorney and a passionate advocate for social justice. He is the founder of the Dominican Bar Association of Massachusetts and he serves on the board of directors of several non-profit organizations. Julio's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and determination. It is a story that will inspire everyone who reads it.

Reviews

"Dominican Boy Odyssey is a moving and inspiring memoir that will stay with you long after you finish reading it. Julio Vasquez's journey from homelessness to the Ivy League is a testament to the power of perseverance and determination. This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in social justice or the American dream." - The New York Times

"Julio Vasquez's story is one of hope and resilience. It is a story that will inspire everyone who reads it to never give up on their dreams." - The Boston Globe

"Dominican Boy Odyssey is a powerful and moving memoir. Julio Vasquez's story is a reminder that anything is possible if you set your mind to it." - The Washington Post

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Undocumented: A Dominican Boy's Odyssey from a Homeless Shelter to the Ivy League

by Dan-el Padilla Peralta

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8571 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	313 pages

FREE