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Unit: English
PRESS 254 book launch and reading, May 1
Join PRESS 254 at the Publications Unit for a book launch and reading event to celebrate the publication of our first full-length book, Tapestries, on May 1.
Publications Unit Alumni Showcase featuring August Schiess
August (Cassens) Schiess ’13, is an Illinois State University alumnus of the Department of English publishing studies program who spent her time in her undergraduate career maximizing her experience as a production assistant at the Publications Unit, a Bone Student Scholar, and a night editor and columnist for The Vidette.
The Man Behind the Comics: Christopher Priest, April 17
Christopher Priest, the first African American editor and writer of comic books, will be coming to Illinois State University from 3-5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17, in Stevenson Hall, room 101.
Legendary poet, editor Jerome Rothenberg to discuss publishing, April 11
Internationally celebrated poet, editor, translator, and anthologist Jerome Rothenberg will share his experiences at Illinois State University on April 11.
Poets, poetry celebrated with SRPR Lucia Getsi Reading Series, April 11
Poets Mark Svenvold, Kristin Prevallet, and Jerome Rothenberg will offer readings for the annual SRPR Lucia Getsi Reading Series on Thursday, April 11.
Women’s and Gender Studies Symposium, March 22
Qwo-Li Driskill will give an address titled “Performing Revolution, Scholarship, and Decolonial Practice” at the Women’s and Gender Studies Symposium on Friday, March 22.
In Conversation: Bethany Collins and Duriel Harris, March 23
Artist Bethany Collins and poet, author, and performer Duriel E. Harris will take part in a conversation at noon, Saturday, March 23, at the University Galleries, 11 Uptown Circle #103, Normal.
Main Street College to explore canine behavior, behavioral psychology
“Going to the Dogs: How our furry friends help us better understand human behavior” is the title of the spring Main Street College event scheduled for March 27.
Stevenson Center internship opportunities for undergrads
The Stevenson Center for Community and Economic Development is accepting applications for undergraduate students to serve as interns. Interns specialize in public relations or data management and earn academic credit while developing critical job skills. Applicants must be available for both fall 2019 and spring 2020. Email StevensonCenter@IllinoisState.edu to learn more and apply now!
