12:00-1:00pm CT
October’s First Friday Forum will offer professional advice to scholars engaged with the history of rhetoric. Join Dr. Jenell Johnson (University of Wisconsin–Madison), Dr. Bjørn Stillion Southard (University of Georgia), and Dr. Kate Siegfried (University of Nebraska–Lincoln) as they share candid reflections and insights regarding what they wish they’d known throughout their careers—including how to navigate transitions, build sustainable research and writing habits, find mentorship and community, and balance research, teaching, and service. The discussion will highlight practical strategies and perspectives meant to encourage the building of connected, flourishing careers in rhetorical history.
About the ASHR First Friday Forum Series: Inspired by the classical conception of the forum as an intellectual gathering place, ASHR’s “First Friday Forum” series promotes educational programming, professional development, and an inclusive, collaborative virtual community. It is our hope that this virtual space will foster dynamic, cross-disciplinary scholarly engagement for those interested in reexamining and reimagining the various histories of rhetoric across all periods, languages, cultures, and modes of performance. The Fall 2025 “First Friday Forum” series will focus on key questions related to the research and teaching of the history of rhetoric / rhetorical history. These virtual gatherings will take place on October 3, November 7, and December 5, 2025, from 12:00-1:00pm Central Time via Zoom.
Please direct any questions to ASHR Special Programs Coordinator Dr. Kristen Einertson (eine4053@stthomas.edu).
