The BIG Read Spring 2025 Events
January 23
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.
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.
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.
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.
BIG Read Author Visit
April 24 | 10 a.m. | CFPA Theatre (Toledo-area Campus) and Livestream; click here.
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.
“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.