September Project

The September Project is a grassroots effort to encourage public events on freedom, democracy, and citizenship in libraries on or around September 11. September Project events are activitiesof reflection, discussion, and dialogue about the meaning of freedom, the role of information in promoting active citizenship, and the importance of literacy in making sense of the world around us.

Events take place on September 11, on the weekend of September 11, or throughout the month of September. In other words, whenever it works best for your library and community. Libraries around the world are collaborating with organizations to host public and campus events, such as: displays about human rights and historical documents; talks and performances about freedom and cultural difference; and film screenings about issues that matter. Over 100 examples of events can befound at: http://www.theseptemberproject.org/pastevents.htm

For events tailored to a more academic audience, please see: http://www.lib.washington.edu/about/events/theseptemberproject

The Power of Four

"Life outside of college is just like life in it: one nutty thing after another, some of them horrible, but all interspersed with enough beauty and goodness to keep you going. That’s your job, to keep going. Your duty is to help – without ceasing. The art you create can glorify it. The science you pursue can prove its value. The law you practice can pass on its benefits. The faith you embrace will make it the earthly manifestation of your God." (via)

~Tom Hanks, Vassar College Commencement Speech, May 2005

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What to Bring

• Casual dress that is tasteful (e.g. no tank tops or short shorts) (warm summer days) (Bermuda style shorts are permissible).
• Sweater or jacket for air-conditioned classrooms and cool evenings.
• Shoes, but no sandals (Note that shoes are required at all times).
• Athletic gear (e.g. shorts, t-shirt, athletic shoes, sweat socks, sweat shirt, swim suit, shower shoes).
• Toilet articles.
• Bathrobe (to go from room to showers).
• Towel (shower and beach towels).
• Swimming suit.
• Lock to secure your valuables.
• Telephone calling card to notify your parents upon arrival (or arrange for your family to receive a collect call).
• Disposable camera.

What Not To Bring

• Alcohol, tobacco or non-prescription drugs.
• Cell phones or pagers (telephones will be available)
• Portable radios or other recording/player device