Jen Anima-Valdez Editor-in-Chief When you walk into Joseph LaForge’s office, you will notice tons of books, football and soccer jerseys, and of course his uniquely detailed water dispenser for his Terere – a native Paraguayan tea. His love for Paraguayan culture and their awareness of the natural world is shown throughout not only his office… Continue reading Butler alum welcomed back by old professors
Michael Cissell (left) and Tom Erwin (right) are remembered for their time at Butler. Left: Cissell is pictured for the story and release of his book of poetry, “The Cutting Song of the Butcher Son.” Darrah Walker Right: Erwin worked for Butler for 32 years before retiring in 2017. Courtesy of The Kansan Cat Gonzales… Continue reading Remembering the lives of two Butler staff members
Tyler Krenzin Lantern Staff Professors are rarely celebrated for their many achievements in the classroom. The L.W. Nixon Library decided to change that stigma when they started the Dewey Award. The Dewey Faculty Award was put into place to recognize a faculty member who is an outstanding user of the L.W. Nixon Library each year.… Continue reading ‘Dewey Award’ awards teachers
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