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The Daily Mississippian: UM’s 2024 common read delves into the ‘Science of Getting Happier’

Written by Press | April 23, 2024

The University of Mississippi announced its annual common read book selection on April 14 titled, “Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier” by Harvard leadership professor Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey. The purpose of the annual common read, given to incoming students at the University of Mississippi, is to guide them as they discover their passions, fuel their curiosities and — in the case of this year’s selection — find happiness. Read the full article to learn more.