Monthly Archives: February 2019

Bennett’s Recent Exhibition and Presentations

Posted on 02/14/2019 by jmcward

On Feb. 2, 2019, Sally Bennett, adjunct professor of English, curated an exhibit titled “Women and Material Culture of the Early American Republic” and a display for Women’s History Month at Fort Osage National Historic Site in Sibley, MO. The … Continue reading →

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Dixon Awarded IKWE Grant

Posted on 02/13/2019 by jmcward

Greg Dixon, professor of English, has been selected for the Indian Knowledge, Western Education Scholars Program  (IKWE), a program funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.  The grant facilitates the integration of Native American studies into the curriculum.  According to the grant … Continue reading →

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Davis Boldly Goes

Posted on 02/13/2019 by jmcward

David Davis, professor of English, and Doug Patterson, professor of Astronomy, will give a presentation exploring the science behind space travel tropes in science fiction.  Their presentation, titled “To Boldly Go…But How? The Science of Science Fiction Space Travel,” will … Continue reading →

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Broomfield and the Great British Brunch

Posted on 02/13/2019 by jmcward

Andrea Broomfield, professor of English, was a presenter for the KCPT fundraiser, The Great British Brunch.  KCPT viewers met from 11am to 2pm on Feb. 9, to celebrate British TV programs, drink tea, and play trivia. Nick Haines, KCPT Executive … Continue reading →

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Reynolds’ New Book of Poetry

Posted on 02/06/2019 by jmcward

    Tom Reynolds, professor of English, has written a new book of poems, titled Home Field. This book, published by Woodley Press, features around 70 poems related to sports, including swimming, running, cycling, boxing, fishing, golfing and playing football.  In … Continue reading →

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