2023 Campus and Community Common Read Signature Events
Join us for an examination of the book An Immense World and the chosen theme 'Sensing "Our" World.' Begin discovering your world at the information and resource fair following the presentation.
Date/Time: Tuesday, Aug. 29 at 6 p.m.
Location: Club 71 (accessible through the west entrance of Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium).
Sponsored by: Wintrode Student Success and Opportunity Center and The Common Read
What's going on in this picture? Ask that, and more, during this interactive session exploring the art of Oscar Howe, one of South Dakota's most celebrated artists. Foster collaborative dialogue as you visualize, perceive and experience Howe's art like never before.
Date/Time: Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 5 p.m.
Location: South Dakota Art Museum
Sponsored by: South Dakota Art Museum
A young, autistic woman sees the world like no other, taking snapshots of the world in her mind, and recalling them without thought. This fact-based biopic depicts how Temple Grandin became an unlikely hero to America's cattle industry - and to autistic people everywhere.
Date/Time: Saturday, Sept. 23 at 10 a.m.
Location: Brookings Cinema 8
Sponsored by: The Common Read
Write and grow through guided journaling. Participants will explore both self and others as a means of discovery and expression.
Date/Time: Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 6 p.m.
Location: Bailey Rotunda D
Sponsored by: The Common Read
Join us for a panel discussion as students from across campus bring their wisdom, experiences, and cultural perspectives to SDSU. Learn about their experiences navigating school, family, friends, society and self while building their community.
Date/Time: Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 6 p.m.
Location: Bailey Rotunda D
Sponsored by: Office of Multicultural Affairs and Accessibility and The Common Read
See the world through new eyes during this interactive seminar that explores the vast world of virtual reality. Students will interact with state-of-the-art VR headsets while learning about the practical and educational opportunities provided by this and other emerging technologies.
Date/Time: Tuesday, Nov. 7 at 4 p.m.
Location: Avera Health and Science Center 378
Sponsored by: College of Natural Sciences and Department of Biology and Microbiology