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Reading Jane Eyre, Saying Thank You
Ava Bindas '17
Although I generally mistrust the masculine, linear notions of success that structure Bildungsroman novels, the grand exception to my generic aversion is Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre. I read it every spring, and each time Jane’s coming-of-age narrative stirs something new in me, but always something lovely. This time, as graduation approaches...READ MORE
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Wrapping Up: The English End of Year Celebration
Zeena Fuleihan '18
This past Monday, May 1st, English majors, minors, faculty, and staff gathered over dinner in Weyerhaeuser Boardroom to distribute awards, honor seniors, and revel in our wonderful community. Hank Hietala performed on the acoustic guitar and voice to usher in guests, followed by a slideshow of highlights from the past year in the English Department. ....READ MORE
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Eclipsed
Liz Hallgren '17
 Dance is fundamentally about stories, so for this edition of The Words, I am taking a closer look at the Spring Dance Concert, Eclipsed, which took place last weekend, April 28-29 in the Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center, Mainstage Theater. As someone who has been part of Macalester Dance since 2013, and who is feeling nostalgic about leaving....READ MORE
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Wordplay
Zeena Fuleihan '17
This month, we are proud to feature a short story excerpt by Quinton Singer ‘17. Quinton is a Creative Writing and Astrophysics double major from the Boston area. He typically writes about angry LGBT teenagers who deal with oppressive and supernatural forces alike.....READ MORE
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The House of Tomorrow Premiere
Hank Hietala '17
Recently, Professor Bognanni’s debut novel The House of Tomorrow was adapted into a film. Principal photography occurred last summer in the suburbs of the Twin Cities. Peter Livolsi directed and wrote the movie—his first feature. The cast includes Academy Award-winner Ellen Burstyn and Nick Offerman of Parks and Recreation fame...READ MORE
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