Since 1997, incoming freshmen at ASU have been asked to read a book as part of their orientation to Appalachian. By participating in the Summer Reading Program, students establish a common experience with other new students that will help develop a sense of community with their new environment and introduce them to a part of the academic life they are beginning at Appalachian. This program is an exciting facet in Appalachian's orientation of new students to life on our campus.

2010 Summer Reading Book

“Mudbound” by Hillary Jordan has been selected for the 2010 Summer Reading Program

The book will be provided to all incoming freshmen at Appalachian and Jordan will speak to members of the campus community and others during Convocation Sept. 16 in the Holmes Center on campus.

“Appalachian’s Summer Reading Program provides an important common experience for entering freshmen, helps develop a sense of community with their new environment and introduces them to the academic rigor of college,” said Chancellor Kenneth E. Peacock in announcing the selection.

“‘Mudbound’ is one of those rare stories that across the generations about issues both current and timeless,” said English Professor Emory Maiden, chair of the committee.

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