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Surviving The Law has been named a Finalist in the 2025 American Writing Awards — a powerful milestone for Jose R. Campos and the community behind his memoir. This national recognition underscores the book’s mission to inspire, empower, and spark conversation around justice and the immigrant experience.

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl 2026 halftime show marks a historic moment for Latinx representation and advocacy, reflecting themes in Jose R. Campos’ memoir Surviving The Law, which chronicles navigating systemic barriers and protecting vulnerable communities.

We’re honored to welcome **Dr. Germán A. Cadenas** to **Surviving The Law LIVE!** on **Sept. 25, 2025 @ 7PM ET**. An immigrant from Latin America, Dr. Cadenas is a Rutgers professor, national advocate, and researcher whose work has shaped policies for undocumented students and immigrant communities. In *Surviving The Law*, his story was shared under a pseudonym—now he’s stepping forward to tell it himself.

Join Morgan State University this Constitution Day for a powerful book discussion with Jose R. Campos, author of Surviving The Law. Hear real stories of resilience, advocacy, and the fight for belonging in higher education.

Dr. Rafael A. Martínez, an undocuscholar and assistant professor at Arizona State University, has dedicated his work to immigrant rights, mixed-status families, and Latinx cultural history. Formerly anonymous in *Surviving The Law*, he will now publicly share his story at **Surviving The Law LIVE!** on September 25, joining author and attorney José Campos to reflect on the journey from invisibility to

In Surviving The Law, his story was told under a pseudonym. Now, Dr. Robert Fernandez, scientist, mentor, and advocate, is stepping forward to share his journey. Meet the first Fellow announced for Surviving The Law LIVE! on September 25.

Texas has repealed in-state tuition for undocumented students, ending more than two decades of opportunity created under HB 1403. Once a groundbreaking law that recognized undocumented youth as part of Texas’ future, its reversal now threatens to cut short thousands of students’ dreams. Attorney and author José R. Campos calls the ruling a direct attack on Dreamers striving for a better life

In his memoir *Surviving the Law: From Undocumented Immigration to Doctors, Lawyers, Scientists*, attorney José R. Campos shares not only his own journey from El Salvador to the U.S. but also the powerful stories of 14 undocumented youth who defied the odds to pursue graduate and professional degrees. Written with candor and resilience, the book highlights both the struggles and triumphs of navigating higher education without lawful status.

With the energy of a Rocky Balboa entrance, lawyer José R. Campos launched his memoir *Surviving the Law* at the University of the District of Columbia. Sharing his journey from student to attorney, Campos delivered a powerful message to youth: resilience and determination can open the door to any dream.*

Families, students attended meeting to listen to immigration lawyer Jose Campos