Campus Connection

Reading aloud will be allowed at UW-L's Murphy Library when it hosts a “read-out” to bring attention to books that have been banned. The “Freedom to Read” runs from noon-2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, on the first-floor landing of Murphy Library’s central staircase. A read-out is a public reading of passages from books that have once been banned or challenged in public, school or academic libraries. All are invited to drop by during the event and listen to the readings. Participants and audience members who wish to do so can enter into a drawing for a banned book mug. The library is also looking for volunteers to read short passages — no more than five minutes — at the event. People interested in reading should complete the Volunteer to Read Form  or contact Marc Manke at mmanke@uwlax.edu. Murphy Library's “Freedom to Read” event takes place during Banned Books Week, Sept. 21-27. Banned Books Week is a national celebration that promotes the freedom of choice and the freedom of expression, even if that choice or opinion might be considered unorthodox or unpopular. Banned Books Week brings attention to the dangers of censoring books, ideas and people. Find out more at http://librarynews.uwlax.edu/freedom_to_read_2014/ . If you go — What: Freedom to Read, a Read Out at Murphy Library Where: Murphy Library, first floor stair landing When: Noon- 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24 Admission: Free