Andy Urban is an Associate Professor of American Studies and History at Rutgers University, New Brunswick. His research, scholarship, teaching, and public humanities work focus on labor, migration, and public memory.
Andy’s current book project, Processing History: Labor, Capitalism, and Memory at Seabrook Farms, explores the history of Seabrook Farms, a frozen-foods agribusiness in southern New Jersey.
Explore the ongoing and upcoming activities planned at locations under consideration for the installation of Memorials/Monuments honoring Migration and Labor. Stay connected and be part of the journey as we celebrate the stories, struggles, and contributions of migrant workers through community events, public art, and meaningful dialogues.
NJ Monuments To Migration And Labor is a three-year initiative honoring immigrants’ contributions to the state. Through public events, and monument installations, it celebrates their resilience, hard work, and cultural impact, blending art, history, and storytelling to inspire reflection and appreciation.
