William H. Gass Centenary Celebration
Join us to celebrate the centenary of William H. Gass (1924-2017), renowned fiction writer, essayist, and Washington University professor emeritus. A panel of former students and colleagues of Gass will discuss his influence on their lives and careers. Then, WashU’s Martin Riker will interview novelist and Conjunctions editor Bradford Morrow to discuss Morrow’s long friendship and professional relationship with Gass. A reception and exhibit viewing will follow these talks.
Free and open to all. Registration is required.
Schedule of events:
Panel Discussion
3 pm, Holmes Lounge (In-Person or Zoom)
The panelists for “The Legacy of William H. Gass” discussion include:
- Patrick Davis – Unbound Editions Press
- Michelle Komie – Princeton University Press
- Gerhild Williams – Washington University in St. Louis
- Ted Morrissey, Independent Scholar and Publisher (Moderator)
A Conversation with Bradford Morrow
4:15 pm, Holmes Lounge (In-Person or Zoom)
Bradford Morrow (Bard College) in conversation with Martin Riker (Washington University in St. Louis).
Reception and “Fifty New Acquisitions” Exhibition Viewing
5:30 pm, Olin Library Ginkgo Reading Room (In-person only)
A reception with light hors d’oeuvres and wine follows the celebration’s discussions. An exhibition viewing will be available simultaneously in the adjacent Grand Staircase and Special Collections Reading Room.
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