Week of Events
THE MILL ON THE FLOSS by George Eliot
THE MILL ON THE FLOSS by George Eliot
featuring Kimberly J. Stern, Associate Professor of English and Comparative Literature One of the most beloved heroines in the English canon —With its poignant portrayal of sibling relationships, The Mill on the Floss is considered George Eliot’s most autobiographical … Read more
Remarkable Moments in Black History: A Conversation with the Authors of “Black Boy, Black Boy”
Remarkable Moments in Black History: A Conversation with the Authors of “Black Boy, Black Boy”
Tuesday, Feb. 28 (5:30 - 6:45 pm) | In person at Flyleaf Books, Chapel Hill or Virtual via Zoom "Dear boy, Black boy, I believe in your so. Let's start your story - ready, set, go." Pre-K & K-12 Teachers … Read more
Studying Black Love: Romance in Print in the 1980s
Studying Black Love: Romance in Print in the 1980s
In collaboration with the Neuse Regional Library in Kinston, NC UNC-CH Ph.D. Candidate Alexandra Odom will lead a conversation on African-American romantic depictions in magazine publications. Pre-registration is required. To register, call (252) 527-7066 ext. 134.
Stoicism: Ancient Wisdom for an Unsettled World
Stoicism: Ancient Wisdom for an Unsettled World
In recent years, the ancient Greek and Roman philosophy of Stoicism has become a pop culture phenomenon. From Silicon Valley to the military to the self-help movement, Americans are increasingly recognizing the relevance of Stoic approaches to resilience and self-mastery. … Read more