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Get involved with The Big Read Event 2024-25!

What is the Big Read?

The Big Read aims to create a sense of belonging among students and staff alike through shared reading - one book that gathers together the Tooting community to share ideas about thought-provoking topics or experiences of getting lost in spellbinding narratives.

In particular, the Big Read aims to help incoming students feel welcome and settle into the university environment.  

All new students to the School of Health & Medical Sciences will receive the same book - the Big Read book chosen for each academic year, when they enrol. A limited number of copies will also be made available for returning students and staff on a first come, first served basis.

A programme of events around the themes of the book will help you to meet new people, get to know your teachers and peers beyond the classroom and make the most of your university experience.

Upcoming Event 

Big Read 202-2025, Follow Up Event

The Journalist Always Rings Twice: Ethical Challenges in Trauma Reporting

Join Dr Glenda Cooper and Dr Ayesha Ahmad for an engaging session where we’ll explore the tough ethical decisions journalists face when interviewing people in trauma.

Previous events

The Big Read 2024

The 2024 Big Read book was 'Everything is Everything: A Memoir of Love, Hate & Hope' by Clive Myrie.

The Big Read 2023

The 2023 Big Read book was "Hello World - How to be Human in the Age of the Machine" by author Professor Hannah Fry.

The Big Read 2021

The Big Read 2021 book was "The Private Joys of Nnenna Maloney" by Okechukwu Nzelu.

The Big Read 2020

The 2020 Big Read book was "Airhead" by Emily Maitlis.
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