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Longview Common Read Project
The purpose of this guide is to share the objectives and guidelines for MCC-Longview's Common Read Program, and also its book selections and upcoming events.
About Common Read
Fall 2025 Selection
Teaching Resources
Events
Previous Common Reads
Guide Librarian
Sarah Ekey
Objectives for Common Read Project
To foster interest and engagement in academic work
To foster college-level reading from source other than textbook and provide deeper understanding of ideas
To foster critical thinking through cross-discipline discussion and investigation
To foster increased sense of Longview community through common intellectual experience
Guidelines for Book Selection
The book offers interdisciplinary aspects
The book is multi-layered and lends itself to thought-provoking discussion
Available in paperback to keep costs down for students
The book has fewer than 400 pages
All genres are open to consideration
Longview Common Read Contact Info
For more information about Longview's Common Read program, please contact Library Director and Committee Chair Diane Martin: Diane.Martin@mcckc.edu.
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