Cover to Cover 2026-27
A Community Reading Journey for Students, Staff, and Faculty - Reading discussion groups co-led by President Anne F. Harris
The Cover to Cover community reading series returns for its fifth year in fall 2026, as President Anne F. Harris, along with members of the College’s senior leadership team, invites students, staff, and faculty to delve into a selection of contemporary books from “Cover to Cover.”
Eight works have been selected for the 2026-27 academic year. In the spirit of fostering discussions, in-person participation is limited per session. Registrations will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis. Check the Campus Memo for registration information a few weeks prior to each session date.
Participants who do not own the book under discussion will be provided with access to an online or print copy.
All discussions for registered participants will be held from 12–12:50 p.m. in JRC 224C. Lunch will be provided.
Upcoming Cover to Cover Dates and Topics
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
The US Constitution: A Comprehensive and Annotated Guide for the Modern Reader
The US Constitution: A Comprehensive and Annotated Guide for the Modern Reader, by Melissa Murray.
With Samora Lumonya ’27, SGA President.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Rewiring Democracy: How AI Will Transform Our Politics, Government, and Citizenship
Rewiring Democracy: How AI Will Transform Our Politics, Government, and Citizenship, by Bruce Schneier and Nathan E. Sanders.
With JT Thayer, Chief Investment Officer.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Our Declaration: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence in Defense of Equality
Our Declaration: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence in Defense of Equality, by Danielle Allen.
With Marc Reed, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Democracy in America
Democracy in America, by Alexis de Tocqueville, edited and translated by Harvey C. Mansfield and Delba Winthrop.
With Jerry Seaman, Special Advisor to the President for Strategy and Deborah Dodge, Ombudsperson.
Tuesday, January 26, 2027
Leading Generously: Tools for Transformation
Leading Generously: Tools for Transformation, by Kathleen Fitzpatrick.
With Myrna Hernández, Chief of Staff and Vice President of Administration.
Tuesday, February 9, 2027
Book and Dagger: How Scholars and Librarians Became the Unlikely Spies of World War II
Book and Dagger: How Scholars and Librarians Became the Unlikely Spies of World War II, by Elyse Graham.
With Ruth Feingold, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the College.
Tuesday, March 30, 2027
Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto
Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto, by Tricia Hersey.
With Germaine Gross, Vice President for Finance and Treasurer.
Tuesday, April 27, 2027
Leading Toward Liberation: How to Build Cultures of Thriving in Higher Education
Leading Toward Liberation: How to Build Cultures of Thriving in Higher Education, by Annmarie Cañ.
With Holly Roepke, Director of Athletics and Recreation.
Visit the President’s Bookshelf to see other featured titles.