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“…I’ve come to believe that the true measure of our commitment to justice, the character of our society, our commitment to the rule of law, fairness, and equality cannot be measured by how we treat the rich, the powerful, the privileged, and the respected among us. The true measure of our character is how we treat the poor, the disfavored, the accused, the incarcerated, and the condemned.” –Bryan Stevenson, Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption (18)

Faculty, staff, and students participated in the November 2016 launching of “Hostos Reads: Books in Common, Books in Community” by engaging in a discussion about their vision of a “just society.”

Stevenson’s book is being read throughout our college and has generated mindful conversations led by faculty, staff, and students, film screenings with follow-up discussions, and student presentations.

HOSTOS READS 2016-2017

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HOSTOS READS 2016-2017

As a follow-up to the active participation of Hostos faculty, staff, and students,

the Center for Teaching and Learning in collaboration with other initiatives are planning future proceedings. Spring 2017

promises opportunities for an array of activities such as workshops, curricular

integration, and semester-long showcases. Please stay alert and review the Center

for Teaching and Learning’s calendar of events.