A good story has the power to be transformational. A good story cuts across boundaries and sparks meaningful discussion.
Hawkeye Reads is a campus-wide program that seeks to support the College’s Institutional Outcomes and increase literacy. It promotes dialogue among students, faculty, and staff across the campus. To put it simply, Hawkeye Reads uses reading to build community.
The 2017–2018 Hawkeye Reads book selection is A Long Way Home by Saroo Brierley.
Join a BookTalk
Have you always wanted to read a book and discuss it with others? Borrow a copy of A Long Way Home from the Hawkeye Library or purchase a copy from the Hawkeye Bookstore then join us at a BookTalk. Come prepared to discuss your take on the book over cookies and coffee. Check out the Hawkeye Reads LibGuide to prepare you for BookTalk.
Adopt the Hawkeye Reads Book Selection for your Class
Faculty, learn how you can adopt the Hawkeye Reads book selection for your class. With a surprisingly broad spectrum of subjects, see how your course connects to themes found in A Long Way Home.
Nominate a Book for Hawkeye Reads
Hawkeye Reads book nominations are being accepted on an on-going basis.
The 2018–2019 Institutional Outcome is Communication. Nominations for the 2018–2019 Hawkeye Reads book selection must be submitted by December 11, 2017.