Jeremy Popkin has just sent me the info on his 9th edited volume, which has just seen the light, "On Diary," by Philippe Lejeune, eds. Jeremy D. Popkin and Julie Rak (Honolulu: University of Hawai’i Press, 2009). "On Diary" is a collection of essays on the writing and reading of diaries by his French friend, Philippe Lejeune, the well known French literary critic and theorist who was the keynote speaker at the Kentucky Foreign Language Conference in 2005. Along with Julie Rak (University of Alberta), Dr. Popkin worked with Philippe to select the essays for this volume and supervise the translation. Lejeune’s insightful and humorous essays should interest anyone who has ever kept a diary, used one as a research source, or read works such as Anne Frank’s diary.

Albisetti to be Recognized

Jim Albisetti will be recognized for his generous financial support of the Honors Program and UK at this year's National Philanthropy Day luncheon!

National Philanthropy Day, hosted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, is a time to honor those who have made a great impact on our community through their philanthropic contributions. The honorees have given immeasurable amounts of time, talent and treasure to enrich the lives of others. The Honors Program will recognize Jim for his significant contributions to enhance the program and for his generosity in creating the Kate Johnson Scholarship, as well as noting his numerous other contributions throughout our UK community. National Philanthropy Day is celebrated in over 150 cities across America. The Lexington celebration will recognize 30 honorees, with over 400 guests expected to attend.

Summers New Book

Mark Summers’ new book is out in press - check it out. “A Dangerous Stir: Fear, Paranoia, and the Making of Reconstruction.” Congratulations and way to use those cartoons!

Saludos,
Francie Chassen-Lopez
Chair, Department of History