Campus Common Read Discussion Groups
Small-group conversations around the common read Democracy May Not Exist But We'll Miss It When It's Gone, digging into what democracy means today. Multiple meetup times across campus encourage sign-ups, dialogue, and community connection.
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A campus talk on peacebuilding after personal loss, centered on Israel Palestine and the courage to listen across deep divides. Hear firsthand perspectives and reflections tied to the book The Future Is Peace, with preregistration required.
A campus talk on peacebuilding after personal loss, centered on Israel Palestine and the courage to listen across deep divides. Hear firsthand perspectives and reflections tied to the book The Future Is Peace, with preregistration required.
A campus talk on peacebuilding after personal loss, centered on Israel Palestine and the courage to listen across deep divides. Hear firsthand perspectives and reflections tied to the book The Future Is Peace, with preregistration required.
Facilitated small-group dialogue centered on racial healing, active listening, and shared storytelling in a supportive community setting. Expect reflective prompts and respectful conversation practices aimed at building empathy and practical understanding.
Facilitated small-group dialogue centered on racial healing, active listening, and shared storytelling in a supportive community setting. Expect reflective prompts and respectful conversation practices aimed at building empathy and practical understanding.
Facilitated small-group dialogue centered on racial healing, active listening, and shared storytelling in a supportive community setting. Expect reflective prompts and respectful conversation practices aimed at building empathy and practical understanding.
A casual tarot-focused hangout centered on intuitive practice and shared readings in a cozy community setting. Expect deck talk, spreads, and supportive conversation that works for both curious beginners and regular readers.
A casual tarot-focused hangout centered on intuitive practice and shared readings in a cozy community setting. Expect deck talk, spreads, and supportive conversation that works for both curious beginners and regular readers.
A casual tarot-focused hangout centered on intuitive practice and shared readings in a cozy community setting. Expect deck talk, spreads, and supportive conversation that works for both curious beginners and regular readers.
A peacebuilding talk on Israel Palestine focused on nonviolence, dialogue, and shared humanity, led by Aziz Abu Sarah, co author of “The Future Is Peace.” Q and A style discussion and an on site book signing follow in a campus student union setting.
A peacebuilding talk on Israel Palestine focused on nonviolence, dialogue, and shared humanity, led by Aziz Abu Sarah, co author of “The Future Is Peace.” Q and A style discussion and an on site book signing follow in a campus student union setting.
A peacebuilding talk on Israel Palestine focused on nonviolence, dialogue, and shared humanity, led by Aziz Abu Sarah, co author of “The Future Is Peace.” Q and A style discussion and an on site book signing follow in a campus student union setting.
Casual, topic-driven book discussion centered on “islands,” with picks ranging from fiction to nonfiction. Sip purchased wine upstairs while swapping recommendations and chatting in an informal community meetup setting.
Casual, topic-driven book discussion centered on “islands,” with picks ranging from fiction to nonfiction. Sip purchased wine upstairs while swapping recommendations and chatting in an informal community meetup setting.
Casual, topic-driven book discussion centered on “islands,” with picks ranging from fiction to nonfiction. Sip purchased wine upstairs while swapping recommendations and chatting in an informal community meetup setting.
Afternoon literary discussion centered on Kae Tempest’s On Connection, blending contemporary poetry and reflective conversation. Set in a cozy coffeehouse environment geared toward thoughtful dialogue and community connection.
Afternoon literary discussion centered on Kae Tempest’s On Connection, blending contemporary poetry and reflective conversation. Set in a cozy coffeehouse environment geared toward thoughtful dialogue and community connection.
Afternoon literary discussion centered on Kae Tempest’s On Connection, blending contemporary poetry and reflective conversation. Set in a cozy coffeehouse environment geared toward thoughtful dialogue and community connection.
Clergy-led conversation in a quiet library loft explores how faith traditions respond to crisis, justice, and the pressures of the present moment. Expect thoughtful dialogue, reflection, and community Q and A.
Clergy-led conversation in a quiet library loft explores how faith traditions respond to crisis, justice, and the pressures of the present moment. Expect thoughtful dialogue, reflection, and community Q and A.
Clergy-led conversation in a quiet library loft explores how faith traditions respond to crisis, justice, and the pressures of the present moment. Expect thoughtful dialogue, reflection, and community Q and A.
A late-evening guided session to rekindle adult imagination through creative prompts, reflective exercises, and gentle discussion. Designed for personal growth in a calm, intimate setting that supports curiosity and emotional insight.
A late-evening guided session to rekindle adult imagination through creative prompts, reflective exercises, and gentle discussion. Designed for personal growth in a calm, intimate setting that supports curiosity and emotional insight.
A late-evening guided session to rekindle adult imagination through creative prompts, reflective exercises, and gentle discussion. Designed for personal growth in a calm, intimate setting that supports curiosity and emotional insight.
An evening memorial reading and author talk with poet Jennifer Sperry Steinorth, with selections from her award recognized books and graphic poem work. Gather in a campus student union room for contemporary poetry and literary community connection.
An evening memorial reading and author talk with poet Jennifer Sperry Steinorth, with selections from her award recognized books and graphic poem work. Gather in a campus student union room for contemporary poetry and literary community connection.
An evening memorial reading and author talk with poet Jennifer Sperry Steinorth, with selections from her award recognized books and graphic poem work. Gather in a campus student union room for contemporary poetry and literary community connection.
A poetry primer centered on the craft of paying close attention, using curiosity and mindful observation to spark new writing. Expect a discussion-based, intimate literary salon vibe with prompts and shared reflection.
A poetry primer centered on the craft of paying close attention, using curiosity and mindful observation to spark new writing. Expect a discussion-based, intimate literary salon vibe with prompts and shared reflection.
A poetry primer centered on the craft of paying close attention, using curiosity and mindful observation to spark new writing. Expect a discussion-based, intimate literary salon vibe with prompts and shared reflection.
Lively, discussion-driven reads that unpack international politics, economics, culture, and climate change through acclaimed nonfiction and timely bestsellers. Expect thoughtful conversation on global conflicts and social dynamics in a public library setting.
Lively, discussion-driven reads that unpack international politics, economics, culture, and climate change through acclaimed nonfiction and timely bestsellers. Expect thoughtful conversation on global conflicts and social dynamics in a public library setting.
Lively, discussion-driven reads that unpack international politics, economics, culture, and climate change through acclaimed nonfiction and timely bestsellers. Expect thoughtful conversation on global conflicts and social dynamics in a public library setting.
Monthly tarot study circle blending new card-reading methods with reflective journeywork and group discussion. Hands-on practice focuses on intuition, personal insight, and supportive community learning.
Monthly tarot study circle blending new card-reading methods with reflective journeywork and group discussion. Hands-on practice focuses on intuition, personal insight, and supportive community learning.
Monthly tarot study circle blending new card-reading methods with reflective journeywork and group discussion. Hands-on practice focuses on intuition, personal insight, and supportive community learning.
Cookout on the campus quad with entrees from Sistas on Montford plus a potluck of favorite side dishes. Casual outdoor meal built for student connection and community building, with accessibility accommodations available.
Cookout on the campus quad with entrees from Sistas on Montford plus a potluck of favorite side dishes. Casual outdoor meal built for student connection and community building, with accessibility accommodations available.
Cookout on the campus quad with entrees from Sistas on Montford plus a potluck of favorite side dishes. Casual outdoor meal built for student connection and community building, with accessibility accommodations available.
A campus author talk connecting bird names and birding culture to pivotal shifts in English, blending etymology, history, and naturalist observation. Designed for word nerds and bird nerds in an accessible university forum setting.
A campus author talk connecting bird names and birding culture to pivotal shifts in English, blending etymology, history, and naturalist observation. Designed for word nerds and bird nerds in an accessible university forum setting.
A campus author talk connecting bird names and birding culture to pivotal shifts in English, blending etymology, history, and naturalist observation. Designed for word nerds and bird nerds in an accessible university forum setting.
Late-night literary discussion of Nikos Kazantzakis’ classic novel set on Crete, tracing Zorba’s zest for life alongside questions of God, faith, love, and purpose. Expect reflective conversation and community connection in a casual pizza spot.
Late-night literary discussion of Nikos Kazantzakis’ classic novel set on Crete, tracing Zorba’s zest for life alongside questions of God, faith, love, and purpose. Expect reflective conversation and community connection in a casual pizza spot.
Late-night literary discussion of Nikos Kazantzakis’ classic novel set on Crete, tracing Zorba’s zest for life alongside questions of God, faith, love, and purpose. Expect reflective conversation and community connection in a casual pizza spot.
A reflective community gathering centered on shared experiences and practical resilience tools for navigating uncertainty. Expect facilitated conversation, gentle grounding practices, and space to connect quietly with others in Black Mountain.
A reflective community gathering centered on shared experiences and practical resilience tools for navigating uncertainty. Expect facilitated conversation, gentle grounding practices, and space to connect quietly with others in Black Mountain.
A reflective community gathering centered on shared experiences and practical resilience tools for navigating uncertainty. Expect facilitated conversation, gentle grounding practices, and space to connect quietly with others in Black Mountain.
Friendly Spanish conversation practice with discussion prompts and ice breaker games designed to build comprehension and confidence. Best for beginner to intermediate speakers seeking low pressure speaking time and community connection.
Friendly Spanish conversation practice with discussion prompts and ice breaker games designed to build comprehension and confidence. Best for beginner to intermediate speakers seeking low pressure speaking time and community connection.
Friendly Spanish conversation practice with discussion prompts and ice breaker games designed to build comprehension and confidence. Best for beginner to intermediate speakers seeking low pressure speaking time and community connection.
Free farmers market style food distribution coordinated with MANNA FoodBank, with grocery style pickup and onsite connections to local assistance programs and services. Drop in at the library to access resources and strengthen community support.
Free farmers market style food distribution coordinated with MANNA FoodBank, with grocery style pickup and onsite connections to local assistance programs and services. Drop in at the library to access resources and strengthen community support.
Free farmers market style food distribution coordinated with MANNA FoodBank, with grocery style pickup and onsite connections to local assistance programs and services. Drop in at the library to access resources and strengthen community support.
A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.
A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.
A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.
A welcoming weekly circle blending guided reflection, meditation, and shared silence in a calm, inclusive room. Slow down, reset your nervous system, and connect with neighbors through simple, beginner friendly practice.
A welcoming weekly circle blending guided reflection, meditation, and shared silence in a calm, inclusive room. Slow down, reset your nervous system, and connect with neighbors through simple, beginner friendly practice.
A welcoming weekly circle blending guided reflection, meditation, and shared silence in a calm, inclusive room. Slow down, reset your nervous system, and connect with neighbors through simple, beginner friendly practice.