How can academic libraries promote a culture of reading in their spaces and communities? This paired presentation summarizes efforts to connect books of all shapes and sizes with community building and wellness initiatives on campus. It highlights the successes (and some of the pitfalls) of leisure reading programming at a liberal arts college. From book clubs to outreach strategies, attendees will hear about ways in which students, faculty, and staff have connected with books (and beyond) through their academic library.
Thursday October 16, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT Salem 3A301 West 5th Street, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
