A rts In the Community Bowlby Library Hosts First Miniature Painting Show for All Ages

WU Faculty Publishes 3rd Poetry Manuscript

Dr. Robert Randolph, professor of English at Waynesburg University, recently published his third full-length poetry manuscript, “Broken.”

“Broken” features the poetic voice of an old man who feels “broken into prayer by God’s presence,” with each poem representing “the shards of that breakage.”

Dr. Randolph’s first full-length poetry manuscript, “Floating Girl (Angel of War),” was published in 2006 and his second, “The Appalachian Archive,” was published in 2021. Prior to publication, all three works gained recognition in their earlier forms.

“‘Floating Girl (Angel of War)’ was the editor’s choice from Elixir Press in a national competition,” said Dr. Randolph. “‘The Appalachian Archive’ was a finalist in the Fernanto Rielo World Prize for Mystical Poetry, from Madrid, Spain. Sixteen years ago, it was one of 13 finalists from entries coming from many countries. ‘Broken’ was also a finalist, two years ago, in the Rielo Prize, this time one of 10 finalists.”

No Third Place

Eva K. Bowlby Library held a Tiny Art Show at the library during the month of March. The small masterpieces were on display until mid-April. Competitors were supplied with a canvas and supplies, but could use their own paints/multimedia. Four age groups competed: 6-8 years, 9-12 years, 13-17 years and Adult (18 years & up). A first, second, and third place winner was chosen for each category. Age 6-8 winners: 1st - Kylo Nyland, 2nd - Landon Harris, & 3rd - Grace Miller. Age 9-12 winners: 1st - Julianna Kirsch, 2nd - Aubrey Morris, & 3rd - Palmer Bailey. Age 13-17: 1st - Emalene Gifford, 2nd - JJ Martinez. Adult: 1st - Angie Brandon, 2nd - Danielle Nyland, & 3rd - Lainey Duncan.