Daniel Hernandez Jr., 23, is a survivor of the January 8, 2011 shooting that took the lives of six and seriously injured 13 others from the Tucson community. His quick response in coming to the aid of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords helped save her life and led to his being labeled an American hero, a title he humbly rejects. Hernandez, a Tucson native, is a recent graduateof The University of Arizona who continues to inspire as a role model, especially for youth, through his service to community and country.

Join us on this special occasion as Daniel speaks and share on his new book,They Call Me A Hero: A Memoir of My Youth(with Susan Goldman Rubin).

Event is free and open to the public.

WHEN:Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 4:00pm

WHERE:University of Arizona BookStores, Student Union Memorial Center

Check out these sources for more background and information on this inspiring young man:

The National Public Radio Program “Tell Me More” interviewed Daniel Hernandez.Please find the interview at the link below:

http://www.npr.org/2013/01/08/168871922/2-years-after-giffords-shooting-much-changed.

Daniel Hernandez also penned an Op-Ed piece for Politico.comPlease find it via the link below:

http://www.politico.com//story/2013/01/newtowns-wake-up-call-on-firearms-85855.html.

In addition, Daniel was interviewed by the Associated Press. Please find the interview (via Salon.com) below:

http://www.salon.com/2013/01/08/giffords_intern_no_excuse_for_gun_inaction/

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