Monthly Archives: September 2013

Ravenswood Reading

Kim Addonizio, October 2nd at 8PM in Alton Auditorium. RAVENSWOOD READING. See Flyer here Bio: Kim Addonizio has been called “one of our nation’s most provocative and edgy poets.” Her latest books are Lucifer at the Starlite, a finalist for … Continue reading

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Punctuation, Hurray!

Thirteen points of punctuation that are little used

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Meet and Greet

You are invited: enjoy pizza with the Literature faculty. Learn about majoring or minor in Literature. Connect with other Literature majors and minors. Thursday, Sept. 19, 4:30pm, TRLC Hope to see you there. Meet and Greet Details and RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/events/413773892071274/ Immediately following … Continue reading

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Carolyn ({Stockton} Kierstead) Boeri, RIP

I bumped into the obituary of Carolyn Boeri, of Vermont, about a week ago. Ms. Boeri’s mother was a Kierstead, and the previous generation included Stocktons. The obituary, which was a lovely celebration of Boeri’s life, included many genealogical details. … Continue reading

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Distinguished Student Fellowships

It’s that time again to think about Distinguished Student Fellowships. Head to Dean of Students webpage, and download the information packet, here. Eligibility Criteria Students who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for funds under this program: Enrolled … Continue reading

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Worth a repost

Only 226 days until the next BASH. Look here for a fond reminder of the Bash just past.

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Visiting Writers Series

Cindy King will be reading on September 19, 2013 6 PM in the Campus Center Theater

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noli timere

Seamus Heaney died on August 30th, 2013. He was 74 years old. What follows is in no way a tribute to the great poet, now passed into that great beyond. Heaney doesn’t need praise from me, and I wouldn’t do … Continue reading

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