The John Howard Birss, Jr. Memorial Program

Through the "Professor John Howard Birss, Jr. Memorial Lecture Fund" and "Professor John Howard Birss, Jr. Memorial Library Fund" (established by University alumnus, Robert Blais '70), a significant or culturally impactful book is chosen annually to be honored. The program engages the campus and local community through discussions, celebrations, related collections, a library exhibition, and culminates with the annual Birss Lecture.

“Writing & Political Activism: the work of South African writer Nadine Gordimer” 

In partnership with the John H. Birss endowment and Salmagundi, this virtual keynote will celebrate the work and life of Nobel Laureate Nadine Gordimer, marking the 100^th anniversary of her birth.

The panel will feature:

Time: March 8, 2023 (7:00 PM)

Place:  Virtual REGISTER HERE

February 21, 2023
Virtual Exhibition opens to celebrate the 100^th anniversary of Nadine Gordimer’s birth.

February 22, 2023 (6:30 PM)
Community Reading Group & Book Discussion about My Son’s Story 
Rogers Free Library, Bristol RI