On November 19, Stony Brook University will host its annual Human Library event, offering an opportunity for attendees to engage in conversations aimed at challenging stereotypes and prejudice. The event will feature 40 “living books”—students, faculty, and staff members—who are available for 30-minute discussions about their diverse experiences.
“This is our third year running the Human Library with our campus partners and every year has been better than the last,” said Chris Kretz, head of academic engagement at Stony Brook University. “We continue to be amazed and grateful at the level of support and interest. People readily volunteer to tell their stories and our community is eager to join them in conversation.”
The Human Library will take place in two sessions from 12-3 pm and 4-7 pm in the Central Reading Room of Melville Library. The event is sponsored by University Libraries along with several university offices including the DEIA Team with the Division of Student Affairs, Office of DI3, Office of Military and Veteran Affairs, Program in Public Health, and Diversity, Intercultural, and Community Engagement (DICE).
Participants are encouraged to register online for the event. Further details about other events hosted by Stony Brook University Libraries are available on its website.
