Faculty and staff summer reading

One final item: We asked four of our Poly programs to recommend a book for faculty and staff summer reading. Each faculty and staff member is picking one of these recommendations to read over the summer, and we invite you to as well. Purchase one and please save your receipt to submit for reimbursement when we return to campus in August. At our opening meetings, we will divide into groups for book discussions. Read on to learn about the recommendations, along with links to give you more insight into each selection.
Enrique's Journey
By Sonia Nazario (The author will be speaking on campus in the fall for a GIP event.)
Recommended by Global Initiatives Program, a program that fosters an interest in, an understanding of, and a respect for the dignity and worth of fellow human beings and their cultures worldwide

The Myth of the Muse: Supporting Virtues that Inspire Creativity
By Douglas Reeves and Brooks Reeves
Recommended by PolySolves, a group of Poly teachers who are exploring the skills and habits of minds students need to solve problems creatively and to innovate skillfully

Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People
By Anthony Greenwald and Mahzarin R. Banaji
Recommended by the faculty and staff cohort, who focus on building and continuing to deepen our practices in diversity and equity

The Complete Guide to Service Learning: Proven, Practical Ways to Engage Students in Civic Responsibility, Academic Curriculum, and Social Action
By Cathryn Berger Kaye (This author will be on campus during an opening meeting.)
Recommended by Poly's Community Outreach team, whose mission is to develop in our students responsibility and understanding while gaining connection to the community outside the school
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