
Two major research universities have selected Jonathan Safran Foer's book "Eating Animals
Over the past decade, summer reading programs for incoming freshmen have become widespread across the nation. They serve several purposes. First, they provide intellectual stimulation and foster critical thinking skills before the students arrive on campus. And, having read the book, students enter fall term classes with an intellectual common ground. The book also is often the focus of discussion sessions and freshman level course content, especially in English or Humanities courses.
While "Eating Animals
For more information visit Duke Summer Reading Program, UNC Summer Reading Program, and Eating Animals.

Gordon is a college professor, marathoner, and vegan. He is a strong believer in the power of exercise and smart food choices for healthy and compassionate living, and in education for enlightening us as a society. Gordon hosts "This Running Life" podcast and co-hosts "The Country Vegan, City Vegan" podcast. He also publishes the "Vegan in the South" blog.
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