The selection process includes a spectrum of representatives from MSU and the City of East Lansing who read and evaluate the merits of numerous selections. Among the criteria they consider are:
- a work by a major author who is available to visit the city and campus
- a reading complexity appropriate for college students and community members
- relevant themes and issues suitable to group discussion and analysis
- a topic of relevance and appeal to both young adults and the general community
- a subject that lends itself to community-university programming and special activities
Do You Have a Suggestion?
Book and programming suggestions are always welcome. Please complete the
online suggestion form and your feedback will be shared with the OBOC Planning Committee.