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EKU Reads Events

Wednesday, September 16, 2009
7 p.m., Brock Auditorium, Coates Building
EKU Reads: The Glass Castle - Presentation & Book Signing by Author, Jeannette Walls
The author will be here to discuss her book and her experiences as a writer. Book signing will follow.

Tuesday, September 22, 2009
3:30-5 p.m., Crabbe Library, room 201
Open Discussion Groups on The Glass Castle

This is an informal student discussion group led by a faculty member. Call 859-622-2285 to sign up.

Wednesday, September 30, 2009
3:30-5 p.m., Crabbe Library, room 201
Open Discussion Groups on The Glass Castle

This is an informal student discussion group led by a faculty member. Call 859-622-2285 to sign up.

Thursday, October 8, 2009
4 p.m., O'Donnell Auditorium, Student Services Building
20/20: Children of the Mountains and an Appalachia Panel Discussion

Following the showing of 20/20: Children of the Mountains panelists will briefly give their reactions and respond to questions from the audience.

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The Glass Castle Display: An Exploration of Mental Illness, Addiction, Appalachia & Family will be set up in the Powell Lobby and the Library Lobby. If you get a chance, please drop by.

The display highlights:

  • Content of the Book
  • Common Mental Illnesses & Treatment
  • Addiction & Treatment
  • The Struggles of the Appalachian Community with Mental Illness & Addiction
  • The Important Role Family Can Play in Resilience, Perseverence, & Success