The BIG Read Events

August 29—11 a.m.-12 p.m. | CH 100  and Livestreamed: TBA

Unconscious biases that revolve around race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, etc. are in the background of our minds; we are often unaware of how they influence our decisions and thinking.  Join Dr. Kristen Price, Professor of Psychology, and Kim Musser-Quist, Instructor of American Sign Language, as we discuss overcoming these biases during this dynamic presentation.

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Bookmark Sale
September 5
Come and get your very own bookmark with a free copy of True Biz. Cost is $11 and you get a free copy of the book! Cash and checks only.

Toledo-area Campus Library: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Findlay-area Campus Library: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Founders Hall Main Office (1118): 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m.

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September 18—12 p.m. | CH 117 *

Join us as we take a dive into the 2024-5 BIG Read Book and learn some basic ASL.

*If on the Findlay-area Campus, reach out to Paul Weaver in the library to get linked to the Toledo-area Campus.

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October 3—12 p.m. | CH 100  & Livestream (Discussion Only): TBA.

Join us as we watch and discuss this film with themes revolving around Deaf Culture; live discussion with Emmah Artino, Instructor of American Sign Language.  Jodi Gore, Instructor of Social Work, will lead the online discussion.  To watch online; click here: TBA.

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October 17—9:30-11:30 a.m. | HH 123

Humans as books? Yes! Join us as we “check out” human books to better understand someone who has experienced prejudice or has been stigmatized and ultimately, “unjudge.”

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November 6—12 p.m. | CH 117 *

Join us as we dive into the 2024-2025 Book.

*If on the Findlay-area Campus, reach out to Paul Weaver in the library to get linked to the Toledo-area Campus.

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“Let’s Talk BIG w/ Jane & Jen”
Thursdays, all semester long | 7 a.m. | 10 a.m. | 7 p.m., | 10 p.m. |  Owens Community College Radio , RSS.com, or the OCCR YouTube Channel.

The BIG Read Spring 2025 Events

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BIG Read “The Faces Of” Art Exhibit
April 4 – May 4 | Lounge-Area in the 1st floor in HH

This year’s BIG Read explores Deaf culture, history of Deaf culture and struggle for rights, Deaf community, American Sign Language and other communication of deaf or hard of hearing individuals, challenges deaf and hard of hearing individuals face in a world built on being able to hear, the privilege of hearing, and ableism. “Deaf history,” as noted by the Communication Service for the Deaf, “is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Despite centuries of discrimination and marginalization, Deaf people have persevered and created a culture that is vibrant, unique, and enduring. By celebrating Deaf history and culture, we can honor the contributions of Deaf people and promote a more inclusive and compassionate world for all.”

We will honor and celebrate the Deaf Culture by sharing the stories of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals in an exhibit in the spring.

To participate in this powerful exhibit, please email Jen at jennifer_hazel@owens.edu

To have your class participate, please see the The Face Of Exhibit Assignment Guidelines and the talent-release (2).

Email Jen at jennifer_hazel@owens.edu with questions.

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BIG Read “The Faces Of” Art Exhibit Reception
April 4 | 12-1 p.m. | Lounge-Area in the 1st floor in HH

Join us for the opening of this powerful exhibit.

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Bookmark Sale
April 24
Come and get your very own bookmark with a free copy of True Biz. Cost is $11 and you get a free copy of the book! Cash and checks only.

CFPA Theatre: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
EC 111: 4:30 to 5 p.m.

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BIG Read Author Visit
April 24 | 10 a.m. | CFPA Theatre (Toledo-area Campus) and Livestream: TBA
3:30 p.m. | EC 111 (Findlay-area Campus)

Do not miss the opportunity to hear Sara Nović discuss her book and have your copy signed following the discussion.

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“Let’s Talk BIG w/ Jane & Jen”
Thursdays, all semester long | 7 a.m. | 10 a.m. | 7 p.m., | 10 p.m. | Owens Community College Radio , RSS.com, or the OCCR YouTube Channel.