Mar. 23, 2021 – The annual Campus Reading Celebration is coming up on April 7 and this year we welcome Dr. Safiya Umoja Noble, author of this year’s book selection, Algorithms of Oppression: How Search Engines Reinforce Racism.
In her book, Dr. Noble challenges the idea that search engines like Google offer an equal playing field for all forms of ideas, identities, and activities. She argues that a number of contributing factors have led to a biased set of search algorithms that privilege whiteness and discriminate against people of color, specifically women of color.
The virtual celebration will kick off on April 7 at 3:30 p.m. with a meeting between students and the author, followed by the main event at 5:30 p.m.
As announced previously, members of the CSUCI community can order a print copy or download an electronic copy of the book at no charge.
To order a print copy of the book, visit this web page and add the book to your cart. During checkout, enter the code CSUCI837243 to bring the cost to $0; then enter your mailing address and CSUCI email address. Select UPS Mail Innovations to get free shipping. Please note you may only order ONE free copy per person.
You may download and read an electronic copy of the book from the Broome Library.
For additional information and to register to attend, visit the Campus Reading Celebration website.