Common Read
Page address: https://web.mnsu.edu/commonread/previous/2016/emperor_2016.htmlCommon Read 2016-2017
When the Emperor Was Divine by Julie Otsuka
This year's Common Read included many activities: peace crane folding opportunities, film showings, Japanese American histroy presentations and much more. Follow the links to view our Calendar of Events, Resources and information on the 1000 Peace Crane project that were all a part of this year's Common Read. Below you will find information on the Keynote Event.
Keynote Event
The Common Read Keynote Event: An Evening with Julie Otsuka
Wednesday, October 19, 2016, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Centennial Student Union Ballroom, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Minnesota State University, Mankato welcomes author, Julie Otsuka, to campus to discuss her award winning book, When The Emperor Was Divine. This free event, hosted by the University's Common Read in partnership with Good Thunder Reading Series, is open to the campus and the greater Mankato community. Julie Otsuka will answer audience questions following her presentation.
Good Thunder Reading Series with Julie Otsuka
Thursday, October 20, 2016
Julie Otsuka continues her visit to Minnesota State University, Mankato. Day two is hosted by the Good Thunder Reading Series in partnership with the University's Common Read. The mission of the Good Thunder Reading Series is to promote literature, inspire creativity, and foster lively conversations about why writing matters. The day's activities include a morning Q & A and an afternoon craft talk. Julie Otsuka's visit will conclude with an evening reading followed by a book signing.
Question and Answer
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Emy Frentz Gallery
523 S 2nd St, Mankato, MN
Craft Talk
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Ostrander Auditorium, Centennial Student Union, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Read & Book Signing
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Room 245, Centennial Student Union, Minnesota State University, Mankato