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Patrick Henry: Building community through storytelling - University Letter Patrick Henry, associate professor of English and director of the UND Writers Conference, featured in latest College of Arts & Sciences research spotlight.

We are saddened to share the news of Professor Elizabeth Hampsten's passing.

Elizabeth's contributions to the UND English Department, as a teacher, scholar, writer, and mentor, left an enduring mark on our community. We invite you to read the University Letter honoring her life and legacy.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and former students.

Image: Elizabeth Hampsten, Chester Fritz Distinguished Professor Emerita

https://blogs.und.edu/uletter/2026/07/remembering-elizabeth-hampsten/

Anya Unser is the recipient of the Gladys Boen Literary Award for 2026-27. Anya is a first-year English major with a minor in Linguistics. She is also seeking a certificate in Creative Writing and another in Writing, Editing, and Publishing. Her focus in English is editing and publishing. She is originally from Aberdeen, South Dakota. Fun Fact: Anya liked to write stories when she was little but didn’t really like reading! Congratulations, Anya!