There are a number of important benefits to engaging in Rams Read. 

• Better articulate examples of how race and racism have impacted your experience in the United States
• Experience the benefits of reading and discussing a shared text in our shared context
• Connect with in- and out-of-classroom experiences
• Join in dialog around diversity with peers and other members of the CSU community
• Engage in learning that is both emotional and intellectual
• Develop a sense of community with fellow students, faculty, staff, and community members
• Recognize the value of different experiences of individuals in the CSU community
• Discover new areas for further exploration.

Rams Read is guided by CSU’s Institutional Learning Objectives.