Alumni Author Katie Coyle Reading & Celebration

At an intimate session for admitted students and an open event later in the evening, MMC alumna Katie Coyle (Class of 2008) read from her debut novel Vivian Apple at the End of the World. Dr. Jerry Williams, the coordinator of the Creative Writing minor here at the College, introduced his former student with reflections on her scholarship and immense creativity. After the reading, Coyle gracefully responded to questions from listeners regarding her technique, processes, and experience writing the novel. 

After the evening Q&A, Dr. Peter Naccarato invited attendees to his residence for continued festivities and conversation. 

These readings were in connection to the English and World Literatures’ alumni weekend, which also included the annual induction for the College’s chapter of Sigma Tau Delta and a reception the next evening. Sigma Tau Delta celebrates it’s tenth year here at Marymount Manhattan.

The department of English and World Literatures would like to thank all who attended the events and a sincere congratulations to Katie Coyle. We hope for continued success for her and for all of our alumni. 

Dr. Jerry Williams introduces Katie Coyle.

Katie Coyle (’08) reads from her debut novel.

The festivities continue, Friday 4/10

EWL alums and faculty, Friday 4/10

Katie Coyle and other alums at the post-reading celebration, Friday 4/10

Published: April 16, 2015