News: Department of English
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UNLV’s Black Mountain Institute heads into its second decade: A roundtable discussion on mission, money, and dreams in the Republic of Letters.
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Our Alumni of the Year tell us what the learned when they faced a (fake) fire, a blank canvas, a dreaded phone call, and a mother's mortality.
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While art is a focal point for visuals, this story reminds us of the impact it can have on the written word.
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The acclaimed writer and new executive director of the Black Mountain Institute on the personal nature of art, the importance of creative partnership, and his long and winding road to Las Vegas.
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Join English professor Timothy Erwin's discussion of the books and films of the beloved author, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 9.
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These Black Mountain Institute-affiliated writers have been garnering national reviews with works that pull readers in and push their boundaries.
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Renovation of the Beverly Rogers Literature and Law Building draws together students and faculty from the Black Mountain Institute, the English department, and the Honors College.
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Five UNLV students selected for prestigious international scholarship program.
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UNLV English instructor Brittany Bronson named a New York Times opinion writer. Plus new books on Nevada history and women in the workforce.
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UNLV English professor Richard Wiley offers insight into the inspiration and writing process for his newest novel.
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City of Asylum fellowship awarded to Iranian author; writers awarded fellowships will mentor UNLV creative writing students.
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Alumna Brighde Mullins wrote her first play while studying as an undergraduate English major. Over the years she and her work have garnered multiple honors.