Racial Justice Commitment Activities

Campus Wide Book Series

In the wake of trauma and violence against Black, Indigenous, and other people of color the college has set out to identify the ways in which power and privilege inform policy and practice and uproot ourselves from racist behavior. Eradicating expressions of racism and challenging the attitudes that allow them to emerge is the shared responsibility of all within our community. In this quest, the college has become committed to offering campus reads that center on antiracism on our journey and commitment to a racially just community.

2024-2025 Selected Reads

Viral Justice: How We Grow the World We Want by Ruha Benjamin

The book explores how small, individual actions can collectively lead to significant social change. Inspired by the dual crises of COVID-19 and systemic racism, Benjamin delves into how everyday decisions and habits can spread virally to create a more just and equitable world.

She shares personal stories and those of her family highlighting the impact of racism on health, the criminal justice system, and community resilience. Through these narratives, Benjamin illustrates how grassroots movements and community efforts can foster mutual aid and collective healing. This book is both a call to action and a hopeful vision for the future, emphasizing that meaningful change starts with each of us.

Book Launch Dates

Community Learning Center - Tuesday, September 17, 2024 from 2 pm-4 pm at the Welcome Center (Building 300)
Oceanside Campus (1 Barnard Dr) - Wednesday, September 18, 2024 from 9 am - 2 pm (Oceanside Circle Hub -- near the Admin Bldg. and Learning Commons)
San Elijo Campus - Date/Time is Pending

Below are other options to obtain copies of the 2024-25 campus wide books reads. All MiraCosta District employees may visit:

The Community Learning Center in the Instructional Services building (with Dean John Makevich or Lisa Tisdale) or in the Building 300 staffroom (with Director Mitra De Souza)
The new location of the SJEC in OC1024 (SJEC/ASE space)
The Administration Building at the San Elijo campus (with Dean Al Taccone or Susan Corely)
Have a book mailed to you via Intercampus Mail or to your home via United States Postal Service Mail by filling out this Google Form
or If you prefer to receive the ebook or audiobook versions, go to the MiraCosta College Library website here.