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Constellate, Liz Fisher, Elizabeth Fisher Apr 2026

Constellate, Liz Fisher, Elizabeth Fisher

Past Student Achievement Day Conference Posters and Presentations

Chapbook of original poetry and prose, including select translations by Elizabeth Fisher.


Volume 6, Issue 2 Mar 2025

Volume 6, Issue 2

NEBO: A Literary Journal

Nebo, Volume 6, Issue 2 (Fall 1987), continues its dedication to showcasing a diverse array of literary voices through poetry, fiction, and critical reviews. Although this issue is labeled as Volume 6, Issue 1 within the journal itself, it is officially recognized as Volume 6, Issue 2 in the Nebo archive. Featuring contributions from writers such as John Gery, H.L. Hix, and Katharyn Machan Aal, this issue explores themes of war, memory, identity, and the craft of storytelling. Highlights include poetic reflections on personal and historical trauma, introspective explorations of human relationships, and critical essays on contemporary literary works. …


Volume 6, Issue 1 Mar 2025

Volume 6, Issue 1

NEBO: A Literary Journal

Nebo, Volume 6, Issue 1 (Spring 1987), continues its tradition of showcasing a rich array of literary voices through poetry, fiction, and critical reviews. This issue presents a mix of evocative storytelling and thought-provoking verse, featuring works by authors such as Grace Cash, Jim Finley, and Paul Lake. The selections engage with themes of history, place, love, and existential reflection, capturing both the personal and the universal. With its roots in Arkansas Tech University, Nebo remains a vibrant platform for emerging and established writers, offering a compelling collection of creative expression.


Volume 5, Issue 1 Mar 2025

Volume 5, Issue 1

NEBO: A Literary Journal

Nebo, Volume 5, Issue 1 (Spring 1986), showcases a diverse range of literary works, including poetry, fiction, and critical reviews. This issue features compelling short stories that explore themes of identity, memory, and transformation, while the poetry selections capture moments of personal and collective experience. Highlights include works by Jack Butler, Marian Motley-Carcache, and other contributors, as well as critical reviews of contemporary literary works. Published by Arkansas Tech University, Nebo continues its tradition of providing a platform for emerging and established writers.


Nebo: Volume 1, Issue 1 Mar 2025

Nebo: Volume 1, Issue 1

NEBO: A Literary Journal

Nebo Literary Journal is a dynamic collection of contemporary fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction that highlights emerging voices in literature. Curated by Arkansas Tech University, this issue features a diverse range of storytelling, lyrical expression, and thought-provoking essays that explore themes of identity, human connection, and the power of narrative. With contributions from talented writers across genres, Nebo serves as a creative space for literary exploration and artistic expression. Whether through evocative poetry or compelling short stories, this issue invites readers to immerse themselves in the richness of modern literature.


The Enduring Enigma Of Tom Bombadil: From Riddlic Styling To Metaphorical Encounter, Derek Simon Dec 2024

The Enduring Enigma Of Tom Bombadil: From Riddlic Styling To Metaphorical Encounter, Derek Simon

Journal of Tolkien Research

Conversationalists and critics alike continue to take delight in Tom Bombadil, yet remain perplexed by his enduring enigma. Interpretive positioning appears to be determined by the semantics of the term enigma deployed and how it intersects with any of the several textual standpoints adopted. The primary contention of this article is that the enigma is intentionally both a riddle (noun) and a riddling (verb). Reading the enigma through literary features of the Old English riddle-song can yield an alternate interpretation of Tom Bombadil that has received scant attention in critical commentary. In support of this contention, I propose to read …


Looking At Shadows: Four French Texts In English Translation, Kalena M. Hermes Jun 2019

Looking At Shadows: Four French Texts In English Translation, Kalena M. Hermes

World Languages and Cultures

This project present four French texts in English translation that share the theme of loss. This theme is perhaps one of the most poignant and relevant; loss is an experience that every human will encounter, and as people we continue across time to grapple with what it means for us and how to deal with it. These four texts will bring the perspectives of four authors to light in English. When we study how other countries and cultures deal with common human issues, we are able to gain new views on these issues. This project will make these texts accessible …


Once Upon A Time At The Kiev, David Hicks Feb 2012

Once Upon A Time At The Kiev, David Hicks

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


Tyrannosaurus, Willie Davis Feb 2012

Tyrannosaurus, Willie Davis

SPECS journal of art and culture

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Flourish, T.A. Noonan Feb 2012

Flourish, T.A. Noonan

SPECS journal of art and culture

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Downlands, Kathryn Kruse Feb 2012

Downlands, Kathryn Kruse

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


Like Owls, Tania Hershman Feb 2012

Like Owls, Tania Hershman

SPECS journal of art and culture

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On Time, Noel Sloboda Feb 2012

On Time, Noel Sloboda

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


Community Arts, Noel Sloboda Feb 2012

Community Arts, Noel Sloboda

SPECS journal of art and culture

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Mystery Play, Noel Sloboda Feb 2012

Mystery Play, Noel Sloboda

SPECS journal of art and culture

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My Man, Helen Silverstein Feb 2012

My Man, Helen Silverstein

SPECS journal of art and culture

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For Fun, For Keeps, Katie Burpo Feb 2012

For Fun, For Keeps, Katie Burpo

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


Pump Rockets, Tom Bligh Feb 2012

Pump Rockets, Tom Bligh

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


M.I.A., Dan Mancilla Feb 2012

M.I.A., Dan Mancilla

SPECS journal of art and culture

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Leo’S Limbo Lament, Peter Caputo Feb 2012

Leo’S Limbo Lament, Peter Caputo

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


Remembering John Milton, James R. Kincaid Feb 2012

Remembering John Milton, James R. Kincaid

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


Lunchboxing, Yance Wyatt Feb 2012

Lunchboxing, Yance Wyatt

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


The Dom Dziecka, Karen Karolewska Hugg Feb 2012

The Dom Dziecka, Karen Karolewska Hugg

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


Choosing A Toy, Kirsty Logan Feb 2012

Choosing A Toy, Kirsty Logan

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


The Hausa Trader, Elaine Neil Orr Feb 2012

The Hausa Trader, Elaine Neil Orr

SPECS journal of art and culture

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Little Sister, Nabil Arnaoot Feb 2012

Little Sister, Nabil Arnaoot

SPECS journal of art and culture

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Above, Anne Simpson Feb 2012

Above, Anne Simpson

SPECS journal of art and culture

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The Abbreviated Life Of Whitney Bascombe, Pedro Ponce Feb 2012

The Abbreviated Life Of Whitney Bascombe, Pedro Ponce

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


Now Will The Real Monsieur Please Stand Up?, Brian Willems Feb 2012

Now Will The Real Monsieur Please Stand Up?, Brian Willems

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.


The Ersatz History Of Glitter, Nabil Arnaoot, Ted Prodromou Feb 2012

The Ersatz History Of Glitter, Nabil Arnaoot, Ted Prodromou

SPECS journal of art and culture

No abstract provided.