This I Believe Events 2011-2012
Shepherd University will be celebrating the Common Reading, This I Believe, during the entire 2011-2012 academic year. There are many fun, exciting and educational experiences planned. Events will be added to this page as they are finalized. All of our events are open to the public and the community is encouraged to attend. For more information, call Judi McIntyre, 304-876-5396.
Thursday, March 22: Essay readings by the prize winners and Top Ten essays of the common reading Student Essay Contest. The read will take place in the Byrd Center for Legislative Studies at 3 PM. A reception for the essayists will follow in the foyer. This event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, April 4: Essay readings by area residents. The read will take place in the Byrd Center for Legislative Studies at 7 PM and will be followed by a reception in the foyer. A reception for the essayists will follow in the foyer. This event is free and open to the public.
Friday, April 6: The movie, “Good Night and Good Luck” starring George Clooney will be held in Reynolds Hall beginning at 7 PM. A post-film discussion will be led by Todd Cotgreave, Manager of the campus radio station, WSHC – 89.7 FM. This event is co-sponsored with the Shepherdstown Film Society and is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, April 11: Essay readings by Faculty and Staff of Shepherd University. The read will take place in the Byrd Center for Legislative Studies at 4 PM. A reception for the essayists will follow in the foyer. This event is free and open to the public.
ESSAYS ON THE AIR! The This I Believe essays will be aired on the Shepherd University radio station WSHC-89.7 FM throughout the Spring Semester They will be played Monday through Friday at 8:30 AM on the “Winners and Losers” radio program, hosted by John Case. The essays may also air at other times during the day. Watch this site for more information on dates and times.Watch the common reading website for updates and new events www.shepherd.edu/commonreading.