Celebrated poet Yusef Komunyakaa (M.A., ’81) has been named this year’s recipient of the William E. Morgan Alumni Achievement Award by the CSU Alumni Association.
From his early days at Colorado State University to his pivotal role in revitalizing Denver’s Five Points neighborhood, Norman Harris III (B.A., ‘99) has made significant strides in community engagement and cultural preservation. As the Executive Director dedicated to restoring this historic area, Harris is also the driving force behind the nation’s largest Juneteenth celebration, blending his passion for heritage with dynamic event planning. Discover how Harris’ journey has led to profound impacts on both his community and the enduring legacy of Juneteenth.
Founding editor James Stuart (B.A., ’11) discusses the origin story of the literary journal, Twenty Bellows, and why the Denver-based magazine seeks to showcase voices of the modern West.
Teaching our youth is no easy feat. But Andrew Eggleston (English, ’15) has found satisfaction and success in the classroom.
Linda Randall and her husband, Gerald Hazelbauer, both professors emeriti of biochemistry at the University of Missouri, have given a $1M bequest, plus annual cash support to the English department via the Marty Bucco Award for Creative Teaching & Scholarship fund.
