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Diversity Makes Us All Better

February 5, 2021
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Librarian and student in the library at one of the computer terminals.
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That is why Steely Library is sharing favorite books from students in various NKU organizations.In this segment, we are featuring student scholars and mentors from R.O.C.K.S., NKU’s African American student program. All recommended reads are available as print or electronic copies and can be found by clicking the “book” tab on the library’s homepage.
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Alyca White poses with her book, “Letter to my Daughter” by Maya Angelou
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Alyca White 

Sophomore, NKU R.O.C.K.S.     
“Letter to my Daughter” by Maya Angelou

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“This book was passed down from my grandmother to my mother and then to me. I recommend this book because it has real meaning and teaches you real lessons.”
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Amari Brandy 

Sophomore, NKU R.O.C.K.S.     
“Becoming” by Michelle Obama

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“I recommend this book because it is a great read and very powerful.”
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Amari Brandy poses with her fav book, “Becoming” by Michelle Obama
Brincent Mitchell with his book, “The Lost Hero” by Rick Riordan
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Brincent Mitchell

Freshman, NKU R.O.C.K.S.
“The Lost Hero” by Rick Riordan

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“It is very detailed, and it will absorb you... in a good way.”
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Briocca Green 

Sophomore, NKU R.O.C.K.S.
“A Raisin in the Sun” by Lorraine Hansberry

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“I recommend this book because it gives people a view of how the world was in the past.”
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Briocca Green poses with book, “A Raisin in the Sun” by Lorraine Hansberry
Victoria Jackson with fav book, “The Song of the Lioness: Alanna the First Adventure” by Tamora Pierce
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Victoria Jackson 

Freshmen, NKU R.O.C.K.S.     
“The Song of the Lioness: Alanna the First Adventure” by Tamora Pierce

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“The main character is a female experiencing the trials of choosing a career that is filled with men, as well as having to train and work harder than her peers to reach the same levels. This book has guided me throughout the last nine years due to its similarities to my life.”
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