Watercolor of Jane Austen by Cassandra Austen, c. 1804. Wikimedia Commons.
Jane Austen at 250: A Faculty Conversation
A conversation to celebrate her birthday
Thursday, November 6, 2025
Charles P. Stevenson Jr. Library, First Floor
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST/GMT-5
It is a truth universally acknowledged that the novels of Jane Austen continue to entertain and delight us, on page and on screen. Please join us to hear a lively conversation about her life, works, and lasting appeal. Speakers (devoted Austen fans all) are Deirdre d’Albertis, dean of the college and professor of English; Marisa Libbon, associate professor of literature; Joseph Luzzi, Asher B. Edelman Professor of Literature; and Daniel Williams, assistant professor of literature. Location: first floor of Stevenson Library.5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST/GMT-5
For more information, call 845-758-6822, or e-mail [email protected].
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST/GMT-5
Location: Charles P. Stevenson Jr. Library, First Floor