Upcoming Events
Brewer Festival of Writing
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Author reading at 11:30 a.m. | Work of Art Panel at 1:30 p.m.
Merrill-Cazier Library RM 101
The Brewer Festival of Writing features two events on Wednesday, October 21. The author reading with Nicole Walker will be held at 11:30 a.m., with a Work of Art Panel following at 1:30 p.m. The Work of Art Panel will feature author Nicole Walker, interdisciplinary artist Tamryn McDermott, and musician Braun Khan. The panel will discuss the labor and dedication necessary for their craft
Graduate School Application Workshop
Part One: Tuesday, October 6, 2026 | 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Part Two: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Ray B. West 114
This workshop is aimed at English Department students who are interested in applying to graduate school. Topics covered will include: selecting a degree, researching schools, choosing letter of recommendation writers, and writing a strong statement of purpose.
Write the West: Ekphrastic Writing Workshop
Friday, October 23, 2026 | 5:30 p.m.
Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art
Discover how to turn art into creative writing. Explore NEHMA’s Lure and Lore of the West display and leave the museum with a poem, essay, or story inspired by the exhibit. Open to all ages and abilities!
Helicon West | Teo Rivera-Dundas
Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 7:00 p.m.
Logan Library Community Room A
Helicon West will be held on October 22, 2026, at 7 p.m. in the Logan Library's Community Room A. It will feature Teo Rivera-Dundas before an open-mic period where anyone is welcome to read. Since 2012, the Logan Library has hosted this beloved community reading series where anyone can share up to seven minutes of their own writings alongside established authors. Helicon West events are free, uncensored, and open to all. They're made possible with support from Logan Library, Sugar House Review, the USU English Department, Caffe Ibis, and a dedicated group of community volunteers.
Poe in the Dark
Monday, October 26, 2026 | 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Merrill-Cazier Library 101
Join Sigma Tau Delta and the English Club for Poe in the Dark on Monday, October 26, 2026. There will be activities, shiver-inducing readings, sustenance, and a costume contest!