Department News and Events
Activities and events within the department afford LLP students the opportunity to explore creative aspects of language, literature and philosophy beyond the classroom. Events include publications, conferences, informal reading groups, spoken word events, public lectures, drama and film screenings. To learn more about LLP events, feel free to reach out to the department: Contact Us. We look forward to seeing you there!
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I Want to Write is a FREE, virtual poetry writing workshop series and performance extravaganza! I Want to Write is held annually during poetry month in April at Tennessee State University. This year's theme, Resistance, Rebellion, and Revolution, features workshops inspired by current events and the call for uplift and transformation. Click here for Information and Registration. |
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LLP Students Publish Literary Journal - Spring 2025 Check out the new literary journal by clicking here: Blue Ink: A Literary Arts Journal For more information, reach out to Faculty Adviser Dr. Emily Murray. |
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The Department Newsletter just Released: Spotlight on LLP Spring 2025 Check out the latest in LLP programs, initiatives, student success, faculty engagements and so much more. |
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LLP Philosophy Cohort hosts Film Screening: Rustin The Philosophy/Religious Studies cohort recently hosted a film screening of Rustin , the award-winning biographical drama depicting Bayard Rustin's crucial but often overlooked role as the architect of the 1963 March on Washington. After the showing, students and faculty engaged in thoughtful discussion covering personal and collective power, religion's influence in the Civil Rights movement, and the often marginalized contributions of women during this historic period. Special thanks to Profs Babydoll Kennedy and Charles Bowie for organizing this event. |
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Check out the New LLP Faculty Spotlight Learn more about Languages, Literature, and Philosophy faculty and their efforts to help students master their voice and their pen. First Feature: Dr. Justin Whitney |
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Meet the Fall 2024 LLP Social Media Intern: Brianna McGuire! McGuire is an English major with career pursuits in Education. She is looking forward with connecting with peers and faculty to share the lastest in LLP events and opporltunities. She explains why English was the right major for her: "Reading allowed me to explore different realities and societies. Writing allowed me to further deepen my thoughts and find a deeper meaning in what I was writing about. " Check out her blog and see her latest posts on social by clicking here: LLP Social. |
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Soul Fire is Back! "We Want Live Words!" Soul Fire Poetry Group and Workshop will return Fall 2024, LIVE!. The group will meet every Wednesday at 5p in Humanities, Room 103. This departmental organization meets once a week to hone poetry writing and performance skills, organize open mic performances, and to workshop their ideas. It features a Poet Mentor from Southern Word, who helps students craft their skills. Learn more about their efforts by clicking here: Soul Fire Mini-Documentary. *Check Out Spoken Word Performances by the Soul Fire Members and Friends. |
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LLP Releases Department Newsletter We are delighted to announce a new initiative: The Spotlight on LLP Newsletter. Come here for the latest in student, faculty, and alumni news and accomplishments. First edition released April 2024! Brava!
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Meet the Spring 2024 LLP Socia Media Intern Stone is the new LLP Department intern. In addition to learning the ins and outs of department management, she will help market events of various LLP social media outlets. "I hope to bring more awareness of the opportunities our department brings on campus, and to gather other students who have interest in what the department has to offer. Serving the role of Social Media intern has already given me confidence and made me more excited about my future," Stone said. Learn more by checking out her first blog post: Stone Wants to Build Community.
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Dr. Heidi Williams' Ted Talk Published! Check Out LLPs. Dr. Heidi Williams Ted Talk: "Homeschool to Higher Ed: The One Point That Matters Most" |
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PASS Tutoring is Back, Fall 2024 This semester, faculty members from the English department are working with Tiger Tutoring. Tutors will be available soon. This service is free to students. PASS is a great opportunity for students who need help with writing to receive immediate feedback from faculty. Our writing tutors are equipped to help students at the University with various writing assignments and activities (within English department classes and beyond). They can assist the student at any stage of their writing process from brainstorming ideas to providing strategies for revision. For tutoring schedule and related information, visit the PASS Tutoring Webpage. |
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Our news develops over the school year as students and faculty participate in TSU activities, present at conferences, explore through class activities, and much more. We hope you will check back frequently to see what we are doing! Please report news to LLP Webmaster Dr. Michelle J. Pinkard.