Features
Disturbing Arts: A Conversation with Dana Gioia
Dana Gioia’s words have started arguments. His 1991 article, “Can Poetry Matter?”, sparked a national discussion about poetry, and his 2013 essay about the state of Catholic writing, “The Catholic Writer Today,” launched another debate. As a poet, arts advocate and chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts (2003–09), he has shaped America’s cultural life for more than 20 years. Editor Joseph Wakelee-Lynch interviewed Gioia about art, literature and faith.
Operation Huck Finn
“The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” is both a simple and profound story of a journey: The novel depicts Huck and Jim’s rafting trip down the Mississippi River, and Huck’s journey into self-understanding as well. In 1959, six Loyola undergraduates decided to re-create Huck’s fictional journey. This is their story.—The Editor.
Ever Ancient, Ever New
St. Ignatius raised money to support his work and that of his companions who became the Society of Jesus. What lessons can we learn from his experience?
The Lawton Legacy
When Robert B. Lawton, S.J., resigned as president of Loyola Marymount University as of May 31, one of the most significant eras in university history came to a close.
Reading the Waters
One thing LMU graduate Chris Collato ’10 has learned, after 10 years of surfing, is that the ocean isn’t necessarily as it appears. Learn more.