Hi!

Thank you so much for this post. I wanted to drop in with a recommendation if you’re interested in Native literature and poetry in California; “Nature Poem” by Tommy Pico. https://tinhouse.com/book/nature-poem/ It’s a fascinating take on the recitation of oral culture of the Kumeyaay (San Diego tribe – UC San Diego is built on their territory) as it blends with a modern queer perspective of space and belonging. I think it resonates well with your final statement about how platforming a marginalized voice (in this case, in verse) “allows people to see themselves as part of the world” – especially when that world historically has not wanted to see THEM apart of IT.

@jennyc Thanks for this Stories focused post that offers some strong examples of what is possible within the university and university library settings.

@jennyc A place both wonderful and strange!

That is an excellent bit you shared from Maarya Rehman.

I will also add that my rephrasing of her sentiment is a quote from Twin Peaks. 🦉

@jennyc Glad you are here! Thank you for your kind words about info 200. I really appreciate your words about libraries are a place of potential peace for all of us. That is very cool. Welcome to the hyperlinked library.

Hi Jenny! I am also in my last semester (hopefully). I had Stephens for 200 as well and completely agree that he is an absolute gem. That class was one of the highlights of my time in the program.

Best of luck to you!

Matilda