Last Thursday, February 17, 2011 was a banner day for CSU. That evening, our
Carson McCullers Center for Writers and Musicians launched an extraordinary, interdisciplinary conference and 94th birthday celebration for Carson McCullers.
Scholars gathered from around the world for dialogue, discussion and debate about this great writer and native of Columbus. Our colleague, professor Cathy Fussell, director of the center, hosted a grand welcome reception at The Rankin, and then opening ceremonies were held at the
Springer Opera House.
How fascinating that the conference began with a recording of Carson, made in 1958, the year CSU was founded.
The event ran all weekend, culminating in a 94th birthday party, "Supper at the Sad Cafe (On A Good Night)," in Carson's honor, featuring foods referenced in McCullers' work. Thanks go to the
Columbus Cultural Arts Alliance,
Midtown, Inc. and the
Southern Literary Trail along with CSU for the wonderful support of an exceptional program.
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