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Living Library Call for Proposals

UNO Libraries and UNMC's McGoogan Library are looking for new books to fill the Living Library events on Thursday, March 24, and Thursday, April 7.

  • published: 2021/11/16
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**Note: We have extended the submission deadline for applications to be a Human Book to January 31, 2022.**

What is a Living Library? Based on the Human Library, a Living Library is an event full of meaningful conversations that break through the expectations and labels we place on others. Instead of getting information from a printed book, attendees are invited to have one-on-one conversations with real people (“Human Books”) with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to learn more about people and ideas different from their own. This special event is a collaboration between UNMC's McGoogan Library and UNO Libraries.

We are currently accepting proposals for Human Books. Is your life a compelling story? Has something interesting happened to you? Do you want to smash a stereotype? UNO/UNMC students, faculty, staff, and community members are welcome to apply! We are especially seeking proposals from people with strong ties to organizations and groups on the campuses. Submit a proposal for yourself or nominate someone you know.

Please note that both campuses have COVID-19 protocols in place that must be followed by all faculty, staff, students, and visitors. View UNO COVID-19 protocols or the UNMC COVD-19 protocols.

Book Criteria

  • Comfortable speaking in front of people
  • Willingness to discuss your life's experiences and those similar to yours
  • Open to meaningful, heartfelt conversations with strangers

Timeline

  • January 31, 2022- Deadline for proposals **previous deadline January 21, 2022**
  • February 4, 2022- Selected books will be notified (interviews to help shape your story for the event will be scheduled throughout the month of February)
  • March 24, 2022 – Living Library at UNMC's McGoogan Library from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M. (books are asked to attend a training session, which begins at 10 A.M.)
  • April 7, 2022- Living Library at UNO's Community Engagement Center from 4 to 7 P.M. (books are asked to attend a training session, which begins at 3 P.M.)

For more information on these events contact Erin Painter for UNO-specific questions or Jess King with UNMC-specific questions.

Disclaimer

Treat the Human Books with care and respect! You are responsible for preserving the condition of the book. Do not damage, tear out or bend pages, or hurt its dignity in any way.