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by Ex Libris on October 11, 2013

The DART Social Justice Program is Seeking Writers and Leaders

Writers have consistently taken up the causes of social justice. The Direct Action & Research Training Center (DART) is looking for those same writers: men and women interested in helping others, to attend their webinars on community organizing on Tuesday, October 22 at 7pm. DART is accepting applications for the 2014 DART Organizers Institute: a paid training and career placement program for individuals interested in launching a career in community organizing. DART has won social justice victories in education reform and low-performing schools, job training, drugs and violence, living wage, neighborhood revitalization, predatory lending, and… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on October 9, 2013

Visting Writer Davy Rothbart

Join us for our next Visiting Writers Series event with Davy Rothbart, October 17, 6 p.m., Richardson Library Room 115. In My Heart Is an Idiot, Davy Rothbart is looking for love in all the wrong places. Constantly. He falls helplessly in love with pretty much every girl he meets—and rarely is the feeling reciprocated. Time after time, he hops in a car and tears halfway across America with his heart on his sleeve. He’s continually coming up with outrageous schemes and adventures, which he always manages to pull off. Well, almost always. But even… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on October 8, 2013

Jane Hamilton Visits DePaul University

Jane Hamilton, author of The Book of Ruth, A Map of the World, The Short History of a Prince, and other favorites will be coming to DePaul on Friday, October 11th from 2 pm to 3pm. Hamilton will read from one of her books, and lecture as well. All students are encouraged to attend. The Honors Program can help you join or set up a small group discussion following the lecture and reading. The event is co-sponsored by the University Honors Program, the English department, and the DePaul Humanities Center. Jane will be reading from… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on October 8, 2013

EGSA Overview

The English Graduate Student Association (EGSA) brings together students in the Master of Arts in English and Master of Arts in Writing and Publishing graduate programs, seeking to enhance the experience of the students in both programs through social and cultural events in and around Chicago. Each spring and fall, EGSA invites students in the M.A. in English and the M.A. in Writing and Publishing programs to join the organization and get involved in planning events. From 2010-2012, EGSA hosted an annual Spring Conference featuring the work of DePaul’s undergraduate and graduate English students. This year, the conference is expanding… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on October 7, 2013

EGSA Poetry Slam at the Greenmill

The EGSA is going to Uptown Poetry Slam at The Green Mill! One of Chicago’s most famous jazz clubs, The Green Mill sponsors a Poetry Slam night every Sunday from 7pm-11pm. As lovers of all things literary, we are planning an official EGSA event to go on Sunday, October 13th at 7pm. Cover is $7. We hope to see you there!

by Ex Libris on October 7, 2013

Time to Apply for Teaching Internships

“And gladly would he learn and gladly teach.” Said Chaucer of his clerk in the The Canterbury Tales. MAWP and MAE students interested in lending their knowledge and expertise to two-year colleges should heed that line. Students interested in pursuing a teaching career in academia should consider this as an opportunity to get some real world experience. Interns work alongside an experienced two-year college professor who guides them through the 16 week semester. Interns must register with Professor Green for ENG 509 in order to pursue the internship. More information on the process is available… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on October 7, 2013

Michael Van Kerckhove and David Mathews Published in Midwestern Gothic

Masters in Writing and Publishing alumni Michael Van Kerckhove and David Mathews are celebrating their respective publications in the fall 2013 issue of the Midwestern Gothic literary journal. Michael and David are authorial pioneers in the journal’s first foray into creative nonfiction. Copies of the journal are available in various e-book formats for $2.99. If you have your heart set on a print copy you can pick one up from Amazon for $12.99. Those who are unable to purchase a copy should consider sharing the journal’s page on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ to help Michael… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on October 4, 2013

Threshold Editors

Autumn is intoxicating. Pour it into a tumbler with an ice cube and nurse it until your lips are numb with the season. Then, when you’re fully immersed in the warm oranges grab your pen and send in an application to become an editor for Threshold. The deadline is fast approaching for this thrilling opportunity to be part of an award winning literary magazine. The pride and joy of the English Department, Threshold provides students hands on knowledge through collecting submissions, editing, and then publishing a literary magazine. Your ticket to be part of the… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on October 3, 2013

From Wolves to Italy to Poetry Submissions

Crack your knuckles.Rotate your wrists inward, outward, and then fire off a few submissions to these journals looking to publish your exciting work. Submission deadlines are fast approaching so let those fingers rain down on the keyboard. Journals Waiting for Your Poems SLAB is seeking submissions for their CURRY Prize in Poetry. In the past, SLAB has published Pushcart Prize participant Zan Bockes, poet Joseph Bruchac, and Young Adult author Arleen Ruth Cohen. In fact, 2012 saw SLAB recognized as a recipient of the AWP National Director’s Prize for Content. First place: $600 and a… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on October 2, 2013

Rush to this Reading

Denise Chavez, a critically-acclaimed playwright, is reading from her latest novel The King and Queen of Comezón. The reading will begin at 6:00 pm and go until 8:30 pm. It will take place in the Student Center Building on Sheffield in Room No. 314. Don’t miss this wonderful chance to meet with Chavez and discuss the annual Border Books and Arts Festival, a community event she has organized for 20 years.

by Ex Libris on October 1, 2013

Share Your Passion for Literature

Do the grey clouds hanging overhead portend a storm? Will the onset of October herald a cool, cold rain? Hardly. October’s grey doldrums are kindled by the cardinal reds, yellows, and oranges of graduate opportunities tumbling from the trees. Working in The Schools Writers and students interested in aiding those in our community should pursue the Working in The Schools (WITS) mentoring opportunity. English faculty, staff, and students mentor fourth through sixth grade students from a Chicago Public School that is at least 90% low-income. Mentors do not have to leave campus to help students. WITS will… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on September 30, 2013

Reformation of the EGSA

Ex Libris is proud to announce the reformation of the English Graduate Student Association. The founding members met last Friday at John Barleycorn and elected, through a lengthy and sudsy process, a board of officers. Without further ado please welcome your new English Graduate Student Association officers. President Brandon Haskey Vice President Ryan Daily Treasurer and Event Coordinator Kate O’Brien Social Network Chair Bridgette “Tigz” Tar Secretary Josh Fisher Attendees discussed future events and hope to include weekly happy hours, trips to Second City, engaging conferences, and writing workshops in the programming. Check in with… Read Article →