The One Book CRC Project encourages the Cosumnes River College's entire campus and neighboring community to read and discuss a common book during each academic year.

The One Book CRC selection for the 2011/2012 academic year is I Do Not Come To You By Chance by Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani. This book is available at the CRC Library and the Hawks Nest Bookstore. Visit the bookstore website to print your coupon for a discount when you purchase the book at the Hawks Nest!

Events

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Save the Date!: Hear from a panel of law enforcement speakers and crime analysts at our event Internet Crime: Understanding the Dangers and Protecting Yourself on Wed., Nov. 2 from 10:30-11:50am! 

We have had two fantastic Reader Response panels during October. Students who attended enjoyed having the opportunity to discuss with their peers the experience of reading I Do Not Come To You By Chance!  Here are a few photos of the student panels:

About the Book

I Do Not Come To You By Chance, by Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani, is the story of young Kingsley Ibo- a Nigerian man who has just completed his education and is looking for work so that he can begin supporting his family members who are struggling through hard times. With no job opportunities available, Kingsley gets caught up in the lucrative world of Internet crime. This book is part coming of age story, part ethical dilemma, funny and very interesting. You get a unique look at life in Nigeria and Internet crime (from the other side of the computer).

To enhance your reading experience you may also want to take a look at the following resources (Please note that Cosumnes River College is not responsible for content on third party websites.):

• Check out the Elk Grove Citizen (9/23/11) article discussing One Book!
• Read a review of I Do Not Come To You By Chance from The Washington Post.
• Check out the author, Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani, on African Writing Online!
• Enhance your reading experience by learning more about Nigerian history, culture and society. These books are available from the CRC Library!
• Have you ever seen an email scam like the ones described in the book? Take a look at this sample 419 email!
• Read this article on the role of the oil industry in Nigeria and the effect that the oil industry has on the economy.
• Learn about the realities of life in Lagos, Nigeria through this fascinating article from the New Yorker!
• Faculty, take a look at this list of passages from, I Do Not Come To You By Chance, which cover interesting themes and topics for ideas on how to use the book in your classroom.