College Girl author Laura Gray-Rosendale will talk about the importance of having conversations about sexual assault at 7 p.m., Tuesday, September 22, as part of the Speaker Series.
Unit: English
McLaughlin talks David Foster Wallace at next U-Club
Professor of English Robert McLaughlin will discuss author and former Illinois State professor David Foster Wallace, his widely acclaimed books, and his deep connections with ISU at the University Club meeting Friday, September 18.
Illinois State plays key role in David Foster Wallace biopic
A new biopic’s portrayal of author David Foster Wallace is winning praise from two of his former colleagues at Illinois State, even if the University itself is a little lost in translation.
Professors help alum rebuild school after Nepal quake
Faculty members of the Children’s Literature Program are helping an alumnus raise funds for a school demolished in Nepal during the recent earthquakes.
David Foster Wallace Conference begins May 28
The work of famed author David Foster Wallace will be celebrated at Illinois State University with the second annual David Foster Wallace Conference, running May 28 to 30, at the Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in Normal.
Obsidian offers a platform for globalization and diversity
This May, the Publications Unit is officially releasing a journal dedicated to African and diasporic African literature, art and scholarship.
University of Alabama Press editor to speak at Pub Unit
Vanessa Rusch, managing editor at the University of Alabama Press, will present From Trade House to University Press: Managing Editorial and the Ps of Publishing at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, at the Publications Unit in Williams Hall Annex, room 103.
Lenski Children’s Literature Lecture to explore diversity in youth literature March 30
The 22nd annual Lois Lenski Children’s Literature Lecture will explore diversity in youth literature at 7 p.m. Monday, March 30, in Stevenson Hall, room 101.
Sondheim and the American musical theatre focus of College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Lectureship March 24
Professor of English Robert McLaughlin will present “So Many Possibilities: Stephen Sondheim and the American Musical Theater” for the College of Arts and Sciences Distinguished Lectureship at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 24, in the Old Main Room of the Bone Student Center.
Video: Advisor’s impact goes far beyond academics
When Kristin Reynolds transferred to Illinois State, the first person she really connected with on campus wasn’t another student, or even a professor. It was her academic advisor, Ryan Gray.