April 16, 2009
Dear Colleagues:
On behalf of the Institute for Writing Studies and the
University Libraries, in conjunction with the Office of the Provost
and the Center for Teaching and Learning, we welcome you to the
12th annual faculty book reception. These books,
published since March 2008, are a testament to the exciting
creativity of our University faculty and their dedication to
scholarly inquiry.
Faculty scholarship is the intellectual core of our
institution. Our mission statement opens by emphasizing a
commitment to scholarly research, imaginative methodology, rigorous
standards, and the innovative application of knowledge. All of
these are evident in the wave of books published every year by an
exceptional faculty.
The work of teaching is directly connected to scholarship;
innovative research spills back into the classroom and our students
further inspire us to pursue the challenging work of scholarly
engagement. Such a commitment is evident throughout the
University, as this year’s authors range from faculty teaching in
the core to those working with graduate students.
Ours is a thriving community of active authors and scholars who
labor throughout the year to bring the vision of their research to
students, colleagues, and the wider public. Today we honor the
accomplishments of these dedicated faculty members and their role
in enhancing the reputation of the University.
Derek Owens
Director, Institute for Writing Studies
Blythe Roveland-Brenton
University Archivist and Associate University Librarian for
Collections
Anne Ellen Geller
Director, Writing Across the Curriculum