The UMSL English Writing Program
Read & Reflect Events
Fall 2025 Topic: Disability, Access, & Writing.
Join a conversation with other committed teachers to explore disability as a rich cultural identity and access as a generative pedagogical value.
Dates & Times, Join One or Both Events!
Thursday, October 16, 2-3:15; Lucas 450 OR join via Zoom;
discussing Jay Dolmage’s “Mapping Composition: Inviting Disability in the Front Door”
Friday, November 7, 12-1:15, Zoom only;
discussing Brenda Brueggemann’s “On (Almost) Passing”
While we encourage you to read the articles ahead of time, we also welcome participants who did not have a chance to read.
Questions? Contact Dr. Lauren Obermark, obermarkl@umsl.edu
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