The Words: February 2024

Aurora Masum-Javed and Kerry Alexander Return!

by Patrick Coy-Bjork ‘24

At the start of each semester, we often have new faculty members becoming acquainted with the English Department for the first time. This semester, however, we’re fortunate to welcome back two familiar faces to the department: Professors Aurora Masum-Javed and Kerry Alexander! Click here to learn more about these two wonderful people!

Professor Michael Prior Awarded Tenure!

by Zoë Roos Scheuerman ’24

In December, creative writing professor Michael Prior took the elevator up to the Old Main 4 lounge for what he thought was a routine staff meeting, and met bagpipes, grinning colleagues, and a tenure announcement instead! Professor Prior has been in the English department for four years, and we’re so glad to now have him as a tenured faculty member! Read more about Professor Prior’s tenure and his upcoming residency…

Literary Salons: Looking Backwards and Forwards

by Chloë Moore ’24

Last semester, the English department premiered our new event series, Literary Salons. The Salons are a faculty-inspired project that bring local professionals in English-related careers to give a presentation and engage with students during the extended Coffee House hour. Read about salons features last fall as well as what to expect for this semester…

Craft Corner: Charley Eatchel

by Birdie Keller ’25

The Craft Corner is the newest addition to the Words! This corner is a place to feature the creative, hands-on exploits of members and friends of the English department—this can take the form of creative writing, bookbinding, photography, and more!

If you have a project or piece of work you think fits this description, then send an email to [email protected]! The concept of “craft” can be a loose one; we want to see your creativity, in whatever form it materializes!

Check out this month’s Craft Corner, featuring recent graduate Charley Eatchel!