Embark on a literary journey of empowerment and enlightenment as the Old Dominion University Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity kicks off its NEA Big Read initiative “Health Equity: Where We Live” in partnership with the 47th Annual Literary Festival: Ancient Futures. Join us for an inspiring evening with Rebekah Taussig, author of "Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body" as she explores Transforming the Patient Experience.
October 8th beginning at 6:00pm in the Big Blue room located inside of Chartway Arena.
Rebekah Taussig's "Sitting Pretty" is a profound exploration of disability, identity, and resilience, offering a poignant and insightful perspective on navigating the world as a disabled person. In this captivating opening event, Rebekah will share her personal journey, challenges, and triumphs, inviting us to rethink our perceptions of disability and embrace the beauty of diversity.