Banned Books Week 2024: "Freed Between the Lines"

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This year’s Banned Books Week theme, “Freed Between the Lines,” focuses on combating censorship. Launched in 1982, Banned Books Week highlights the importance of access to diverse literature and the crucial role libraries play in protecting this freedom.

The week originated from the Supreme Court case Island Trees School District v. Pico, which ruled that schools cannot ban books solely based on content. Despite this progress, the fight against censorship continues.

Supported by organizations like the American Library Association (ALA), PEN, and the National Book Foundation, this year’s Banned Books Week features filmmaker Ava DuVernay as the honorary chair and student activist Julia Garnett as the youth honorary chair. Garnett, recognized for her anti-censorship efforts in Tennessee, was praised by First Lady Jill Biden as one of the "Girls Leading Change."

How You Can Participate

Here are ways to get involved:

Special Post Coming Wednesday

Don’t miss our Wednesday feature on a local anti-censorship hero who made a significant impact on our campus and community. The inspiring story underscores the importance of advocating for our right to read freely.

It's Wednesday! Here is our special feature written by Shane Olsen, Archives Assistant. Enjoy!

Join us in the fight against censorship this Banned Books Week!

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