Storytellers Needed

Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members are invited to sign-up to be a "Storyteller" at Stags Share Stories: Conversations That Connect Us which will take place on Wed. 11/12 both in person (1-4:30pm) at the DiMenna-Nyselius Library and on Zoom (7-8pm). Storytellers will talk to other Stags one-on-one about their life experiences that address stereotypes, prejudices, or misconceptions about their identity. Ex: race, religion, class, gender, sexuality, mental health, lifestyle choices, taboo topics, etc.

Sign-up to be a Storyteller by 10/31. Upon filling out the form, a committee member from the Library or SDMA will contact you to talk through your submission and answer any questions. Training materials are also provided. https://fairfield.libwizard.com/f/sss-2025

Interested in just attending the event this year? Information will be shared in the coming weeks as well as a list of Storytellers that you can speak to. Faculty often promote this event to students for extra credit or create an assignment in collaboration with the Library.

Hosted by the DiMenna-Nyselius Library and Office of Student Diversity & Multicultural Affairs. Inspired by past Human Library events, our campus community will connect with each other to promote a culture of understanding, empathy, and appreciation of our diverse community, where deep and challenging conversations are welcomed, respected, and valued.

Questions? Contact Ivelisse Maldonado imaldonado@fairfield.edu or Karl Uzcategui kuzcategui@fairfield.edu