For many University students, reading is simply a means to succeed in their coursework. This fall, Black Student Alliance members are realizing that for young children, reading is a way to succeed in life. It was created in 1992 by USA Weekend and the Points of Light Foundation. The goal of the book drive is to collect 6,000 books appropriate for kindergarten and first-grade students in Charlottesville, as well as in Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson counties.
Officials working on the project say it is important that children begin reading at an early age.
Braxton said they are asking University students and organizations on Grounds for help on the project by donating books. Several sites already have been set up for book collection, and will remain open through Oct. 24. These sites include the University Bookstore, the Aquatic and Fitness Center, Observatory Hill Dining Hall, Clemons Library and Minor Hall. The collected books will be hand-delivered to area children by BSA members and United Way volunteers. United Way officials said this week they are pleased that student organizations like the BSA are making themselves more community service-oriented.