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Professor's poetry collection reviewed by NY Times
Christian Wessels, Visiting Assistant Professor of Poetry, recently had his first collection of poetry reviewed by The New York Times' Elisa Gabbert. She writes: "These poems are near to spells. ... This is how reading and writing a poem are alike, are both forms of ecstasy — the poem takes anyone outside themselves." You can read her full column here.
Read MoreUPCOMING EVENT
Virtual Reading feautres Professor's poetry
Professor Supritha Rajan will be one of the featured speakers at a virtual Authors Unbound Reading Series from Unbound Edition Press on Nov. 12 from 7-8 p.m. The event is free, though registration is required.
PLUTZIK READING SERIES
Spring 2027 readers announced
Mark your calendars for the next two Plutzik Reading Series guests: poet Lindsay Turner on February 16, 2027 and author Joy Williams on March 18, 2027. Both will read from their works and sign copies of their books at 5 p.m. in Welles-Brown. The readings are free and open to all.
FREE STUDENT LIBRARY
Borrow a book anytime
Check out the selection of books in the English Department's Free Student Library. Titles are added and rotated frequently and include everything from classic works to poetry to beach reads to biographies. There are also free bookmarks and stickers. It's on the 4th floor of Morey Hall by the elevator.
126internships and research projects
In the last two years, undergraduates have completed 126 English Department honors theses, local and national internships, and independent research projects.
