Inclusive Excellence Summer Reading Lists

Annual curated list of recommended books to support inclusive excellence.

Two students reading in a hammock.

2026 Summer Inclusive Excellence Reading List

As is tradition, we are delighted to share the 2026 Inclusive Excellence Summer Reading List! Each year's list is curated to reflect diverse perspectives and to foster continuous growth as an academic and professional learning community. 

View the 2026 Inclusive Excellence Summer Reading List.pdf

Thanks to our robust and dynamic partnership with Lemieux Library, we are pleased to offer direct access to the 2026 Summer Reading List books through this link, generously compiled by Lemieux Library team. 

Caveat: Reading alone is insufficient to realize our shared vision for an inclusive and equitable university. Yet, without widening perspectives progress remains elusive. Please continue to share your ideas of resources from research and enlightening reads over summer and beyond to inclusion@seattleu.edu.