Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Black Student Union
Living Library
FAQ
FAQ
FAQ
What is a Living Library?
What is a Living Library?
At the Human Library, you check out people instead of books and spend time talking with them. Each "book" challenges a stereotype.
At the Human Library, you check out people instead of books and spend time talking with them. Each "book" challenges a stereotype.
The Human Library was created in Copenhagen in 2000, and has since spread to all parts of the world. Don't judge a book by its cover. HUMANLIBRARY.ORG
The Human Library was created in Copenhagen in 2000, and has since spread to all parts of the world. Don't judge a book by its cover. HUMANLIBRARY.ORG
What is BSU?
What is BSU?
The Black Student Union (BSU) is a student-based organization devoted to the cultural, social, and academic needs of Black and African American students attending CGCC. In addition to addressing the challenges our communities face and finding solutions for them, we encourage unity, inspire leadership, and promote student success. Our goal is to give Black students a chance to use their voices to network with other students throughout Chandler-Gilbert and other college campuses across the nation.
The Black Student Union (BSU) is a student-based organization devoted to the cultural, social, and academic needs of Black and African American students attending CGCC. In addition to addressing the challenges our communities face and finding solutions for them, we encourage unity, inspire leadership, and promote student success. Our goal is to give Black students a chance to use their voices to network with other students throughout Chandler-Gilbert and other college campuses across the nation.
As a faculty member, how do I find more resources on CGCC's Living Library?
As a faculty member, how do I find more resources on CGCC's Living Library?
Click here to find more resources for faculty members to incorporate CGCC's Living Library into your curriculum or classroom.
Click here to find more resources for faculty members to incorporate CGCC's Living Library into your curriculum or classroom.
As a potential "book", how do I find out more information?
As a potential "book", how do I find out more information?
Click here to find more resources for potential "books".
Click here to find more resources for potential "books".
What are rules of the Living Library?
What are rules of the Living Library?
- The Reader must leave the "Book" in the same mental and physical condition as borrowed. It is forbidden to cause damage to the "Book", or hurt their dignity in any other way. The Reader is responsible for preserving the condition of the "Book".
- The Reader accepts the fact that the "Book" can quit the conversation if they feel that the Reader treats them in an inappropriate manner or hurts their dignity.
- The Reader acknowledges that volunteers will be on hand to maintain and care for the "Book's" well-being.
- The Readers agrees to participation in a follow-up survey and other means of contact regarding this learning experience.
