On Tuesday, May 19th, 12 to 2 p.m. (Main Building Auditorium)

Join the Drexel University Writing Program, Center for Civic Engagement, and Philadelphia-area high schools and universities for the official announcement and celebration of the Lost Boys and Girls Read-a-Thon Essay competition winners. Inspired by the City of Philadelphia’s One Book, One Philadelphia 2008 selection—Dave Egger’s, What Is the What, which focuses on the “Lost Boys” of Sudan—the University Writing Program and affiliated students are promoting literacy and raising funds to reunite Lost Boys and Girls with their families living abroad; many of whom have been separated for decades. Lost Boys and Girls living in the Philadelphia area have written essays on the importance of reuniting with their families to compete for this honor.
At this event reception, get a chance to meet the 2009 Lost Boys and Girls of Sudan Reunion Project prize recipients and participants, along with several local and national celebrities supporting the cause (including Bill Zorzi, acclaimed former Baltimore Sun columnist and writer for HBO’s The Wire, which is the best show ever).

There will be a suggested (not required) donation of $1 to $5. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Sheila Watts at swatts@drexel.edu or 215-895-1799.