Marshall University does not ban books! The information is provided to let people know what has been banned/challenged elsewhere.
2025
The Hernando County School District (FL) discussed censoring The Black Friend and The Kite Runner during their February 7 board meeting. Review committees recommended retaining both books in the high school library in accordance with district policy. Board chair Shannon Rodriguez falsely claimed the entire board could be arrested if they remained in circulation. The board voted to ban both books.
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A Banned book has been removed from a library, classroom, etc.
A Challenged book has been requested to be removed from a library, classroom, etc.
For additional information contact
Ron Titus, titus@marshall.edu
304-696-6575
Last updated
July 30, 2025