Lunchtime Reading Groups

The lunchtime reading groups are intended to create community around specific topics among faculty and instructors as well as graduate students. The CCTL offers two reading groups per year, sometimes holding separate meetings for faculty/instructors and graduate students, depending on the book. Participants receive a copy of the book and bring their observations and questions to the reading group meetings. Participation is capped at 25 in order to facilitate a more engaging discussion. If you have questions or suggestions for the reading group, please write to teaching@uchicago.edu.  

2026-2027 Reading Groups for Faculty & Instructors

    Wednesdays | Wieboldt 310 D/E

    Distracted: Why Students Can't Focus and What You Can Do About It (James Lang, 2020)

    Lunch will be provided.

    Reading Schedule: coming soon

    Wednesdays | WB 310 D/E

    Schoolishness: Alienated Education and the Quest for Authentic, Joyful Learning (Blum, 2024)

    Light refreshments will be provided.

    Reading Schedule: coming soon

2026-2027 Reading Groups for Grad Students