Read-In To Celebrate Works Of African-American Authors

January 14, 2008

Bowling Green, Ky. - WKU Libraries will host an African-American Read-in from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 4 at Java City in Helm Library.

The Read-in is part of Black History Month activities at Western Kentucky University as well as a nationwide celebration of African-American literary works.

“The read-in is an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to come together and celebrate the works of African-American writers,” said Cindy Troutman, Marketing Coordinator with WKU Libraries.

Students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to read three-minute excerpts from their favorite work by an African-American writer. Works can include music, poetry, adult literature or children’s books.

Participants are encouraged to sign up by Monday, Jan. 31, to have their names listed in the program. To register, contact Cindy Troutman at (270) 745-4502 or by email at cindy.troutman@wku.edu.  

The Read-In has been endorsed by the International Reading Association. More than a million readers of all ethnic groups from 49 states, the West Indies and African countries have participated. The goal is to make the celebration of African American literacy a traditional part of Black History Month activities.
               
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For information, contact Cindy Troutman at (270) 745-4502.