https://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/english/news/Recent posts from News & Updatesen-usTue, 06 Oct 2026 14:37:13 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/english/news/2026/upcoming-events-heather-sellers-women-in-tampa-talking-about-alligators.aspxAuthor and educator Heather Sellers will participate in two upcoming events celebrating her latest collection, Women in Tampa Talking About Alligators. Through readings and discussions, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the stories, themes, and Florida perspectives that inspire this distinctive work.Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:05:05 Upcoming Events Feature Heather Sellers and Women in Tampa Talking About AlligatorsAuthor and educator Heather Sellers will participate in two upcoming events celebrating her latest collection, Women in Tampa Talking About Alligators. Through readings and discussions, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the stories, themes, and Florida perspectives that inspire this distinctive work.Upcoming Events Feature Heather Sellers and Women in Tampa Talking About Alligatorshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/english/news/2026/upcoming-events-heather-sellers-women-in-tampa-talking-about-alligators.aspxEventshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/english/news/2026/thread-magazine-volume-24-release-gala.aspxThread Magazine will be hosting their 24th release on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 alongside the Centre Gallery, the Department of English, and other Tampa Bay creatives!Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:55:12 Thread Magazine: Volume 24 Release GalaThread Magazine will be hosting their 24th release on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 alongside the Centre Gallery, the Department of English, and other Tampa Bay creatives!Thread Magazine: Volume 24 Release Galahttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/english/news/2026/thread-magazine-volume-24-release-gala.aspxEventshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/english/news/2026/join-the-read-a-bulls-book-club.aspxThe Read‑A‑Bulls Book Club provides undergraduate and graduate students with opportunities to connect through reading, discussion, and community engagement. Throughout the semester, members explore a variety of literary works, participate in book discussions, and engage with fellow readers in a welcoming environment that encourages thoughtful conversation and the exchange of ideas.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:39:32 Join the Read-A-Bulls Book Club!The Read‑A‑Bulls Book Club provides undergraduate and graduate students with opportunities to connect through reading, discussion, and community engagement. Throughout the semester, members explore a variety of literary works, participate in book discussions, and engage with fellow readers in a welcoming environment that encourages thoughtful conversation and the exchange of ideas.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/english/news/2026/join-the-read-a-bulls-book-club.aspxEventshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/english/news/2026/spoonbill-reading-series-events-fall-2026.aspxThe Spoonbill Reading Series takes place monthly during the academic year from 7pm-8pm on Friday evenings on the outdoor patio at the Corner Club in Seminole Heights. MFA students in the USF's Creative Writing Program read their own creative work alongside faculty readers in all genres. The readings are open to the public.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:38:09 Upcoming Spoonbill Reading Series EventThe Spoonbill Reading Series takes place monthly during the academic year from 7pm-8pm on Friday evenings on the outdoor patio at the Corner Club in Seminole Heights. MFA students in the USF's Creative Writing Program read their own creative work alongside faculty readers in all genres. The readings are open to the public..https://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/departments/english/news/2026/spoonbill-reading-series-events-fall-2026.aspxEventshttps://www.tombolobooks.com/events/6077820260909The stories in Micah Dean Hicks' Vulture Gold blur the lines between human and animal, living and dead, and Tombolo Books is thrilled to welcome him to the bookstore to celebrate this award-winning collection. Hicks will be in conversation with fellow local author, Brenda Peynado!External ArticleWed, 09 Sep 2026 00:21:45 Vulture Gold - An Evening with Micah Dean HicksThe stories in Micah Dean Hicks' Vulture Gold blur the lines between human and animal, living and dead, and Tombolo Books is thrilled to welcome him to the bookstore to celebrate this award-winning collection. Hicks will be in conversation with fellow local author, Brenda Peynado!Vulture Gold - An Evening with Micah Dean Hickshttps://www.tombolobooks.com/events/6077820260909Eventshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/aug-26/this-internship-program-is-inspiring-humanities-students-to-chart-new-career-paths.aspxA year ago, Sabrina Karazoun was one of many college students working an hourly job that wasn't aligned with her career goals. Today, she's living in Brazil and teaching English at an institution that supports language learners of all ages. Her secret? Applying for a paid internship through the Mellon Humanities Internship Program.External ArticleTue, 08 Sep 2026 15:51:18 One year in: This internship program is inspiring humanities students to chart new career pathsA year ago, Sabrina Karazoun was one of many college students working an hourly job that wasn't aligned with her career goals. Today, she's living in Brazil and teaching English at an institution that supports language learners of all ages. Her secret? Applying for a paid internship through the Mellon Humanities Internship Program.One year in: This internship program is inspiring humanities students to chart new career pathshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/aug-26/this-internship-program-is-inspiring-humanities-students-to-chart-new-career-paths.aspxEnglish in the Newshttps://83degreesmedia.com/usf-profs-new-poetry-collection-celebrates-floridas-daily-rhythm/USF English professor Heather Sellers’ new poetry collection, “Women in Tampa Talking about Alligators,” is the final entry in a trilogy documenting her native Florida.External ArticleMon, 31 Aug 2026 00:05:00 USF prof’s new poetry collection celebrates Florida’s daily rhythmUSF English professor Heather Sellers’ new poetry collection, “Women in Tampa Talking about Alligators,” is the final entry in a trilogy documenting her native Florida.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://83degreesmedia.com/usf-profs-new-poetry-collection-celebrates-floridas-daily-rhythm/English in the Newshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/saw-palm-celebrates-20-years-of-florida-literature-and-art.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+May+2026+-+CAS+Faculty+and+Staff%26utm_content=%27Strongest%e2%80%99+issue+yet%3a+%e2%80%98Saw+Palm%e2%80%99+celebrates+20+years+of+Florida+literature+and+artManaged and edited by students in USF’s creative writing MFA program, “Saw Palm” is both a literary journal with global reach and a hands-on learning laboratory that offers students direct experience with the publishing process — from soliciting submissions to evaluating and selecting work for publication.External ArticleTue, 12 May 2026 15:49:46 'Strongest' issue yet: 'Saw Palm' celebrates 20 years of Florida literature and artManaged and edited by students in USF’s creative writing MFA program, “Saw Palm” is both a literary journal with global reach and a hands-on learning laboratory that offers students direct experience with the publishing process — from soliciting submissions to evaluating and selecting work for publication.'Strongest' issue yet: 'Saw Palm' celebrates 20 years of Florida literature and arthttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/saw-palm-celebrates-20-years-of-florida-literature-and-art.aspx?utm_campaign=MarketingCloud%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=CAS+Chronicles+-+May+2026+-+CAS+Faculty+and+Staff%26utm_content=%27Strongest%e2%80%99+issue+yet%3a+%e2%80%98Saw+Palm%e2%80%99+celebrates+20+years+of+Florida+literature+and+artDepartment News,Eventshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/new-books-by-cas-faculty-and-alumni.aspxFrom reverent poetry and epic novels to thought-provoking nonfiction, faculty and alumni alike have contributed compelling titles that deserve a spot on your summer reading list. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, traveling, or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon, these books offer a chance to explore new ideas while celebrating the creative and scholarly impact of the USF community.External ArticleThu, 07 May 2026 15:47:36 Hot off the press: Add these new books by CAS faculty and alumni to your summer reading listFrom reverent poetry and epic novels to thought-provoking nonfiction, faculty and alumni alike have contributed compelling titles that deserve a spot on your summer reading list. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, traveling, or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon, these books offer a chance to explore new ideas while celebrating the creative and scholarly impact of the USF community.From reverent poetry and epic novels to thought-provoking nonfiction, faculty and alumni alike have contributed compelling titles that deserve a spot on your summer reading list. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, traveling, or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon, these books offer a chance to explore new ideas while celebrating the creative and scholarly impact of the USF community.https://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/new-books-by-cas-faculty-and-alumni.aspxPublicationshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/usf-blue-humanities-program-sets-sail-with-spring-symposium.aspxOn Feb. 12, USF’s Blue Humanities program will launch its spring 2026 symposium, “Keywords in Blue Humanities,” with an event on the St. Petersburg campus.External ArticleMon, 09 Feb 2026 11:38:10 USF Blue Humanities program sets sail with spring symposiumOn Feb. 12, USF’s Blue Humanities program will launch its spring 2026 symposium, “Keywords in Blue Humanities,” with an event on the St. Petersburg campus.The blue humanities explore our relationship with water through the humanitieshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/usf-blue-humanities-program-sets-sail-with-spring-symposium.aspxEventshttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/usf-mfa-candidate-wins-writing-award-and-weeklong-stay-with-distinguished-poets.aspxKallie Blakelock, an MFA candidate in the Department of English, received the Garry Fleming Key West Writers’ Workshop Award, an honor that awarded her a weeklong trip to Key West for a writer’s workshop.External ArticleThu, 29 Jan 2026 11:35:19 USF MFA candidate wins writing award and weeklong stay with distinguished poetsKallie Blakelock, an MFA candidate in the Department of English, received the Garry Fleming Key West Writers’ Workshop Award, an honor that awarded her a weeklong trip to Key West for a writer’s workshop.The workshop Blakelock (right) attended was led by Ishion Hutchinson (center), an award-winning poet and recipient of the Guggenheim fellowshiphttps://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/chronicles/2026/usf-mfa-candidate-wins-writing-award-and-weeklong-stay-with-distinguished-poets.aspxDepartment News,Honors and Awards