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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.

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 Committee Members

Committee Chair

Diane Martin, Library Director

 

Members

Angela Bahner, Psychology Faculty

Amanda Crowe, Business Faculty

Molly Doroba, Learning Center Coordinator

Sarah Ekey, Instruction Librarian

Ann Raab, Anthropology Faculty

Victoria Rice, Campus Life & Leadership Coordinator

Aisha Sharif, English Faculty

Eric Sullivan, English Faculty & Division Chair