Binghamton University is excited to continue the Common Read Experience for all incoming
first-year students. The program helps students gain new perspectives on the most
important issues of our days, learn how to engage in constructive dialogue and debate,
and acclimate to the intellectual life of a premier university. The Common Read also
enables students to connect with the campus community through talks and programming
over the summer and activities and events held throughout the fall.
Why would you want to be involved in the Common Read?
The bulk of common read programming will take place in person during B-Welcome Week and will continue throughout the fall semester, providing a chance for all new students
to participate. While we hope everyone joins us, this program is highly recommended
but not mandatory.
All We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis, a curated collection
of essays, poetry and art by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Katherine K. WilkinsonAll We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis edited by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Katharine K. Wilkinson
For this year’s selection the Book Selection Committee, comprised of Binghamton University
faculty and staff, chose All We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis, a curated collection of essays, poetry and art by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Katherine
K. Wilkinson. It’s a timely and engaging text with diverse selections that take a
solutions-oriented approach to the climate crisis, examining it from multiple perspectives.
By considering All We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis, students will emerge from the Common Read Experience with a better understanding
of the complex issues surrounding the climate crisis.
Most new first-year students will receive their printed copy of this book during orientation
this summer. First-year students who attend orientation in August will be contacted
by the Office of The Dean of Students to receive their book when they arrive on campus.
As you read this book over the summer along with the other members of the Class of
2027, we encourage you to reflect upon these important topics. When you arrive on
campus, you will be invited to join the broader University community in discussions
and programs related to it in your residential communities, your classes and many
other exciting ways. Welcome to Binghamton! Your journey starts now.
Megan Benson, lead instruction and outreach librarian
Alyssa Cohen, assistant director New Student Programs
Sean Fenty (book selection chair), director of the Writing Initiative
Tyler Lenga, assistant director Student Transition and Success
Pete Nardone (chair), director of The Union
Kelli K. Smith, assistant vice president for Student Success
Dana Stewart, collegiate professor of Mountainview
Ryan Yarosh, senior director of media and public relations
Accommodations: Students wishing to request accommodations to ensure their equitable access and participation
in the common read experience should contact the Services for Students with Disabilities
(SSD) Office. The office is located in the University Union room 119, and they can
be contacted at 607-777-2686.
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