Innovation Pages is 71 North’s book club where ideas leap off the page and inspire action. Each semester, we explore books that shape our studio culture and fuel innovation—sparking conversation, sharing insights, and appreciating diverse perspectives across campus.
Details
- Location: 71 North Partnership Studio (Lower Level, Founders Library)
- Term: Fall 2025
Fall 2025 Schedule
- Tuesday, 12:00–1:00 pm — Hooked
- Author: Nir Eyal — on the psychology behind products and experiences people return to again and again.
- Facilitator: Matt Deitch, PhD, Director, Northern Illinois Center for Community Sustainability (NICCS)
- Tuesday, 2:30–3:30 pm — Leaders Eat Last
- Author: Simon Sinek — how trust, empathy, and servant leadership create strong, innovative communities.
- Facilitator: Jordan York, MA, Program Coordinator, Research Innovation Partnerships
- Wednesday, 3:30–4:30 pm — Give and Take
- Author: Adam Grant — how generosity and reciprocity fuel collaboration and long-term success.
- Facilitator: Anna Klis, PhD, Associate Professor, Economics
By weaving these perspectives together, we learn to design impactful products and cultivate trust and collaboration as the foundation for innovation.
Join a community of innovators who read, discuss, and create—one page at a time.