Virtual
Begin our exploration of The 1619 Project and consider how history, slavery, and the founding of the United States have shaped the nation we know today. Bring your questions and perspective.
Participants can read or listen to chapters on their own. We will then come together over lunch for an engaging and respectful discussion.
Access the Book:
• Print Book: The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story (available through most booksellers and libraries).
• Audiobook: Available through platforms such as Audible, Spotify Audiobooks, Apple Books, and Google Play Books.
• Library Access: Check your local public library or the CUNY Library system for print, eBook, or audiobook availability.
The Committee on Institutional Equity and Diversity (CIED) invites students, faculty, and staff to join the CIED Reading Circle: The 1619 Project, a year-long lunch-hour discussion series that brings our campus community together through thoughtful conversation, shared learning, and connection.