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Continue the conversation as we examine the lasting impact of slavery and its connections to American society. Join us for an open discussion about the ideas and questions raised in these chapters.
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.
Bring your lunch, your curiosity, and your unique perspective as we learn from one another and build community through conversation. Whether you participate in every session or join when your schedule allows, we hope you will be part of this learning experience.
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.