May 5, 2006
Written by Michael Castellon
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: May 6, 2006
CONTACT: Michael Castellon, m.castellon@ttu.edu
LUBBOCK – A belief that all children should have access to libraries and bookstores
inspired two Texas Tech University professors to imagine and build a space for young
children to enjoy the magic of reading and purchase new and used books inexpensively.
Rosa Hernᮤez Sheets, an associate professor in the College of Education, and Upe Flueckiger,
an associate professor in the College of Architecture, worked together this spring
to make this conviction a reality for Lubbock’s Salvation Army.
“The WORM HOLE: Where The Bookworms Go” is a mini-bookstore and library designed and
built by Flueckiger’s graduate students and stocked by Sheets’ Kappa Delta Pi honorary
society members.
Located inside the Salvation Army (1420 Ave. J), the facility is a safe haven where
young children can read quality, multicultural books and can purchase books for 25
cents.
“This is a non-institutional place where children, regardless of the economic status
of their parents, can experience a safe, comfortable place to build memories of favorite
books,” Sheets said. “It’s important for the Lubbock community to share the mutual
goal of providing access to books to as many children as possible throughout their
lives.”
Donations of cash and books are being accepted throughout the year for the project.
For more information on donating, contact Sheets.
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CONTACT: Rosa Hernᮤez Sheets, associate professor of education, Texas Tech University,
806-742-1997 ext. 242, or rosahernandez.sheets@ttu.edu