Dr. Kay Walter, professor of English for the School of Arts and Humanities at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), was recently recognized nationally for her work as the editor of The English Pub, a professional academic association newsletter for literacy enthusiasts.
The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) named The English Pub a recipient of the 2024 NCTE Affiliate Newsletter of Excellence Award.
Published by the Arkansas Council of Teachers of English and Language Arts (ACTELA), The English Pub is a voice for K-12 ELA teachers in Arkansas and global literacy enthusiasts. It promotes scholarship, creativity, and submissions to the Arkansas English Journal while celebrating member and student achievements. The newsletter highlights global perspectives in ELA, shares professional development opportunities, advocates for literacy initiatives and recognizes leaders in service learning and multilingual outreach.
Dr. Walter encourages UAM students and alumni to contribute articles to the newsletter. Additionally, UAM students can enroll in an independent study course with Dr. Walter, where they gain hands-on experience in academic publishing as editorial assistants for the newsletter.
“I am proud to be recognized nationally for producing a newsletter lauded by literacy enthusiasts around the world as well as for the opportunity to contribute to the reputation of our university’s excellence, publish local writers and mentor UAM students into professional editing,” Dr. Walter said.
Dr. Steven Harper, dean of the School of Arts and Humanities at UAM, congratulated Dr. Walter on the award, stating, “Dr. Walter does outstanding work with The English Pub; I’m delighted to see that work recognized in this way. The newsletter elegantly exemplifies the interconnectedness of the teaching, scholarship and service contributions UAM faculty members make, and this award underscores the broad influence that our exceptionally dedicated faculty have on the nation’s intellectual life.”
Dr. Walter and the ACTELA will be honored at the 2024 NCTE Annual Convention’s Affiliate Breakfast at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts, on Sunday, November 24.
