Poetry is not just a job for Dana Gioia, celebrated poet and literary critic. It is his passion.Gioia served as the chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts from 2003-2009 and was the California State Poet Laureate in 2015. He now is taking the time to share his wisdom with college students. Jessica Hooten Wilson, professor and chair of Great Books, had Gioia guide her … [Read more...] about Dana Gioia Inspires the Next Generation of Poets
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Opinion: Poetry Can Speak to People in Different Ways
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. As a kid, I rarely went anywhere without books. I was able to focus on the story in crowded places full of noise and could remember important details long after I finished the book. This habit has dwindled somewhat in my … [Read more...] about Opinion: Poetry Can Speak to People in Different Ways
Former Attorneys Present New Poetry Collections
On Jan. 30, Kate Bolton Bonnici, assistant professor of English, and visiting poet Laura Reece Hogan read aloud from their new poetry books in the Surfboard Room of Payson Library. The reading was their opening event, showcasing their recently published books, and they plan to take an extended tour during spring break in Alabama, according to Bonnici's website. Lisa Smith, … [Read more...] about Former Attorneys Present New Poetry Collections
Letter From the Editor
Growing up, I was lucky enough to attend a school where I took weekly art classes. Every single week from kindergarten to eighth grade, I marched in a neat line to the art classroom and worked on whatever project my incredible teacher, Ms. Rohlin, dreamed up for us that day. My classmates and I also took weekly V.A.P.A, or Visual and Performing Arts classes, where we banged … [Read more...] about Letter From the Editor
Expressionists Coffeehouse Congregates Creativity & Community
Expressionists' adviser John Struloeff reads his poem "Malibu Canyon Tunnel" in the Intercultural Affairs Lounge on March 13. Seven students performed, and Struloeff was the only professor to attend and share. Photos by Faith Oh Tucked away in the Intercultural Affairs lounge on the first floor of the HAWC, the Expressionists Coffeehouse welcomed students to an evening of … [Read more...] about Expressionists Coffeehouse Congregates Creativity & Community
