Big Read: Our Common Humanity and the Importance of Education

Dr. Mark Mathabane presents:

Our Common Humanity and the Importance of Education
Monday, March 1 - 7:00pm
Boise State University - Special Events Center

Mark Mathabane’s book, Kaffir Boy: the story of a black youth’s coming of age in apartheid South Africa, is an American Library Association "Outstanding Book for the College-Bound and Life-Long Learners,” and his portfolio includes copious articles on human rights, education and race. He shares his belief that recognizing and affirming our common humanity is key to survival and achieving peace; that education and knowledge are key to overcoming adversity, unleashing one's potential and achieving success in life.

Boise State University is a participating sponsor of this special Big Read event.

The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services designed to revitalize the role of literature in American culture and bring the transformative power of literature into the lives of its citizens. The Big Read brings together partners across the country to encourage citizens to read for pleasure and enlightenment.