The L&S Honors Program hosts an annual luncheon and Q&A with the author of the campus Go Big Read book. This year we are delighted to be joined by Percival Everett, the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel James.
Event Information
- Doors open at 11:45 AM. Lunch will be available starting at 11:45 AM and throughout the event.
- Remarks from the author will begin around 12:00 PM, followed by Q&A. The author will offer a brief book signing starting around 12:45 PM.
- You are welcome to arrive and/or exit as your schedule allows. We encourage attendance that overlaps with the author’s remarks and Q&A as much as possible.
- Please bring questions for the author about the book, the writing process, the author’s experiences, and whatever sparks your interest. View sample discussion questions and resources related to the book. Since this event is smaller and less formal than the campus-wide Go Big Read Keynote, questions from students drive the conversation!
- You are welcome to attend even if you have not read the book. Yet, we encourage you to engage with the book as much as you can in advance.
- Pick up a copy in the lobby of Washburn Observatory (open 9am-4pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays)
- Physical copies as well as audiobook and e-book editions of James are available through the University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries and Madison Public Libraries.
- A limited number of copies will be available at the event.
- Learn more about the Go Big Read Program, this year’s book, and other Go Big Read events.
Registration
This event is intended for students, faculty, and staff currently participating in L&S high-impact practices.
Please complete the RSVP form by Sunday, October 26. RSVPs after October 26 will be subject to space availability.
Questions? Email the L&S Honors Program at honors@honors.ls.wisc.edu.
Thank you to the Go Big Read Program for funding this event.
